The Farming Equipment and Technology Fund (FETF) 2026 FETF 2026 for Sheep Handling System Upgrades – The Farming Equipment and Technology Fund (FETF) 2026 is now open – and it’s the final round in its current form. While much of the noise online focuses on cattle equipment, sheep farmers have some of the strongest upgrade…
FETF 2026 Application (Farmer Friendly Guide) FETF 2026 Application: How to Score Highly – The Farming Equipment and Technology Fund (FETF) 2026 is now open – and because this is the final round in its current form, competition will be fierce. FETF is a scored scheme, which means applications are ranked, and the highest‑scoring ones…
The Farming Equipment and Technology Fund (FETF) 2026 FETF 2026 for Cattle Handling System Upgrades – The Farming Equipment and Technology Fund (FETF) 2026 is now open – and it’s the final round in its current form. With £50 million available across Productivity, Animal Health & Welfare, and Slurry themes, this is the last chance…
Grants & Funding for Cattle Handling Equipment (Updated for 2026) Grants & Funding for Cattle Handling Equipment – Investing in high‑quality cattle handling equipment is a crucial decision for a cattle farmer. Whether you’re upgrading your cattle crush, redesigning your cattle race, or installing a new cattle handling system, the right cattle equipment improves safety,…
The Cost of Poor Handling Equipment The True Cost of Poor Handling Equipment – Investing in high‑quality cattle handling equipment isn’t just about convenience – it’s about safety, efficiency, animal welfare, and long‑term profitability. Yet many UK farms still rely on outdated, poorly maintained, or under‑spec’d cattle equipment like cattle crushes because it “still works”…
Designing a Handling System for Mixed Beef and Dairy Enterprises: Choosing the Right Crush and Equipment Mixed beef and dairy enterprises are becoming increasingly common across the UK, with many farms running suckler cows alongside a milking herd, or finishing beef animals from dairy‑bred calves. While this diversification brings resilience and flexibility, it also poses…
Which handling equipment is best for your farm: Manual vs Hydraulic Cattle Crushes Manual vs Hydraulic Cattle Crushes – Choosing the right cattle crushes is one of the most important decisions any livestock farmer will make. Whether you’re running a beef, dairy, or mixed enterprise, the crush sits at the heart of your cattle handling…
Reducing bovine TB risk in cattle handling areas Bovine TB remains one of the most challenging and costly diseases facing UK cattle farms, so knowing how to reduce TB risk in cattle handling areas is crucial. While much of the focus is placed on wildlife control, testing regimes, and biosecurity at pasture, one area that…
Beef suckler herds and crush feature requirements Crush features for beef suckler herds – Suckler herds present some of the toughest handling challenges on UK farms. Cows with calves at foot, strong store cattle, and unpredictable temperament all demand cattle handling equipment that is robust, safe and designed to give handlers maximum control. Unlike dairy…
Designing a safe and efficient cattle handling system A safe and efficient cattle handling system – Well‑designed cattle handling systems are one of the most important investments a farm can make. Whether you’re running a beef suckler herd, a dairy unit, or a mixed enterprise, the layout and quality of your cattle handling equipment directly…