Turning autumn-born calves out to grass for the first time sets the tone for the grazing season. A gradual, well-managed introduction—using small areas, steady feeding, and calm weather—helps calves settle outdoors without stress and protects health and growth in early grazing.

February and March 2026 has brought unusually wet weather across the UK and Ireland, pushing humidity levels in calf sheds to new highs. Wet air means wetter beds, damp boots, and moisture-laden equipment. With little natural drying from sun or wind, and poor airflow in closed sheds, the moisture builds up quickly, slowing evaporation and […]

Lumpy skin disease (LSD) is a notifiable viral disease in cattle and water buffalo, spread mainly by biting insects. While it poses no risk to humans, LSD can cause severe economic losses through reduced milk production, trade restrictions, and cattle deaths. Learn about its symptoms, prevention, and control measures.

Calves are increasingly vulnerable to heat stress as hot summers become more common in the UK. Still, there are steps rearers can take to mitigate the impact on their youngstock, such as including additives in calf milk replacers [...]

Changes in weather conditions can have an effect on calf health and performance, it is common to see a rise in pneumonia and rotavirus cases after a sudden change in weather conditions.

Changes in weather can create the perfect storm for disease, even when rearers pay good attention to detail in their rearing practices. This article discusses how you can help protect calf health.

Heat stress occurs in calves when they absorb more heat than they can expel, leading to discomfort, reduced feed intake, [...]