Getting Yard Design Right to Improve Cattle Stress Levels A practical guide to calmer, safer, more efficient cattle handling systems Good cattle yard design isn’t just about efficiency – it’s one of the biggest factors influencing stress levels in cattle. When cattle move calmly, predictably and willingly, everything becomes easier: weighing, dosing, TB testing, loading,…
UK Sheep EID Practical advice for flock traceability and smarter management UK Sheep EID has been mandatory for over a decade, but many farmers still underuse its full potential. Whether you’re tagging lambs, recording treatments, or drafting by weight, electronic identification can transform flock management. Here’s how to make the most of Sheep EID 1.…
UK Cattle EID Electronic Identification is coming – here’s how to prepare UK Cattle EID – The UK is entering a new era of cattle traceability. From 2027, all newborn calves in England must be fitted with electronic ID (EID) tags, replacing manual systems with digital tracking. This change, announced by Defra, is designed to…
Clipex HD1500 vs HD2000: What’s the Difference? A practical comparison for UK cattle farmers choosing between two premium pneumatic crushes The HD1500 and HD2000 are both high-end pneumatic cattle crushes from Clipex, designed for fast, low‑stress, one‑person handling. They share many core features, a double parallel squeeze, hot-dip galvanised construction, silent operation, a heavy-duty head…
Clipex HDX1300 vs HDX1100 A practical comparison for UK cattle farmers Both the HDX1100 and HDX1300 are heavy-duty manual cattle crushes from Clipex, cattle handling equipment designed for safe, efficient handling. They share many core features – double parallel squeeze, silent locking, full vet section, anti‑bruise rails, split gates, sheeted bottom doors, and hot‑dip galvanised…
Clipex Sheep Handler Comparison: 6‑in‑1 Auto Drafter vs Automatic Sheep Handler A practical guide to choosing the right system for your flock Clipex Sheep Handler Comparison – Choosing the right sheep handling system can transform flock management, reducing labour, improving safety, and speeding up routine tasks such as drafting, weighing, drenching and dagging. Clipex offers…
Cattle Crush Comparison A practical guide to choosing the right crush for safety, efficiency and long‑term value Cattle Crush Comparison – Choosing the right cattle crush is one of the most important equipment decisions a livestock farm can make. A good crush improves safety, reduces stress, speeds up routine tasks and protects both handlers and…
A practical guide for safer, faster, low‑stress livestock handling. A well‑designed yard can transform the way a farm handles cattle or sheep, reducing labour, improving safety, speeding up routine tasks and lowering stress for livestock. But even good yards often suffer from design flaws that slow everything down or make handling more difficult than it…
What Are the Most Effective On‑Farm TB Prevention Measures? A Practical Breakdown for UK Cattle Farmers** Bovine TB continues to place huge pressure on UK cattle farms, but the good news is that many of the most effective prevention measures are simple, practical and easy to integrate into everyday routines. While no single action can…
A Practical Guide for UK Livestock Farmers Bovine TB remains one of the most disruptive and costly challenges facing UK cattle farms. A single breakdown can halt sales, restrict movements, increase labour and place huge pressure on herd health and business continuity. While no single measure can eliminate risk entirely, farmers can significantly reduce exposure…