The way farmers buy and sell livestock has changed dramatically in recent years. More and more farmers are turning to…
As the housing period draws near and lactation comes to a close, milk recording becomes one of the most valuable…
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The drying off stage is one of the most important parts of the dairy cycle. Done correctly, it protects udder…
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Calving season is stressful enough without piles of paperwork and deadlines. Herdwatch makes calf registration quick, simple, and stress-free –…
Structured reproductive management is the backbone of a productive and profitable herd. Whether you’re running dairy cows or working as…
Lambing season is the busiest and most important time of year on any sheep farm. With most UK flocks lambing…
Housing, Nutrition & Monitoring Tips for UK Beef and Dairy Herds As the leaves begin to turn and the air…
As the days shorten and the mornings turn crisp, UK sheep farmers know tupping time is just around the corner.…
As the UK edges into autumn, many farmers are facing a tough reality: scorched fields, slow regrowth, and dwindling fodder…
Selecting the right beef-dairy crossbreeds is a crucial decision for farmers looking to optimise both milk and beef production. With…
As spring approaches, dairy and beef farmers with spring calving herds face one of the most critical periods in their…
Farmer Guide Spring turnout: how to prepare livestock and grassland for a successful grazing season Turning cattle and sheep back…
Spring calving Dairy farmers across the country are planning their dry-off strategies. This critical period in the dairy production cycle…
In the coming weeks and months, a large volume of calves will be traded between dairy and beef farms across…
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With spring calving underway, simple changes ahead of calving will ensure you are ready for the season. Here are 4…
Farmer Guide Parasite control in cattle: what to watch for and how to stay on top of it Effective parasite…
The lambing and calving season can be a stressful yet exciting time for livestock farmers. With the busy season just…
Our Automated Cattle Insights feature available on PRO Complete subscriptions is a powerful, yet easy to understand tool, that gives…
As autumn disappears with the introduction of the colder, dark days of winter that we have seen in recent weeks,…
Farmer Guide Weighing beef cattle: how regular weight recording improves performance and finishing decisions Regular weighing is one of the…
As the days grow shorter and cooler, dairy farmers begin preparing for winter, a crucial time for maintaining herd health…
With most flocks across the UK lambing between January and April, pregnancy scanning your sheep will soon be on the…
Farmer Guide Body Condition Scoring dairy cows: why it matters and how to stay on top of it Regular Body…
Getting your calf feeding protocol right this autumn is essential for the growth and development of your calves, especially when…
When investing in replacement breeding ewes, ensuring you make informed and careful choices is crucial. From physical characteristics to disease…
Farmer Guide Weaning lambs: timing, ewe condition, and flock management Weaning decisions can have a major impact on both lamb…
Farmer Guide Why weighing ewes and lambs matters for flock performance Measuring and recording the weight of ewes and lambs…
Managing suckler cows during the breeding season is incredibly important to maximise farm output.This crucial period is the backbone of…
One crucial aspect of calf management is disbudding (dehorning), a procedure aimed at removing horn buds to prevent potential harm…
Herdwatch is excited to announce that you can now easily record sheep pregnancy scan results in the Herdwatch app with their new…
Calving is always a unique event, surrounded by anticipation, excitement and maybe a bit of apprehension. Far from passive, it…
As 2024 begins, it’s time for many farmers to start thinking about the impending spring calving season. The last thing…
As the backbone of a successful dairy operation, the dry-off process plays a pivotal role in ensuring the well-being and…
Autumn calving can bring about its own set of challenges and opportunities for farmers, now is the time to plan…
Tips to Maximise Post Lambing Recovery in Ewes.
Breeding for Spring calving herds is due to kick off in the next few weeks. With that in mind we…
Selling animals online has a lot of advantages over traditional selling, and not only saves farmers money and time, but…
Buy & Sell by Herdwatch has replaced Verified by Herdwatch and is packed with new features to make online buying and selling…
The first feed is the most critical in a calf's life as calves are born with naive immunity. Through passive…
Spring calving has commenced on a lot of farms across Ireland & the UK with many farmers set for sleepless…
Spring calving has begun or is about to begin across Ireland and the UK, staying safe on farm is of…
In the last number of years, the Lean principles from the automotive industry have made their way into other industries…
In the first of our Spring Calving Series, we look at calf milk replacer as an alternative to whole milk.…
Being well prepared is essential for a successful lambing season. We've put together some top tips to consider before the…
With temperatures as low as -10 currently being experienced across Ireland and the UK, a safe working conditions and a…
Autumn Breeding will be kicking off within the next few weeks for both Autumn Dairy and Suckler herds. Here are…
It's that time of year again- Winter weather can put strain on any livestock system and as housing begins here…
Global concerns surrounding Anti Microbial Resistance (AMR) and the inability of some antibiotics to fight infection in humans has meant…
As the colder weather approaches, now is the time for Sheep farmers to pay attention to Winter housing, making sure…
As every farmer knows, the Winter season brings with it chilly temperatures and harsh conditions. To coincide with the changing…
Automate is a brand new service which allows you to send your key farm data into Herdwatch by simply taking a picture of the invoice,…
From January 2022, under the new Regulation (EU) 2019/6 on veterinary medicinal products, the blanket use of antibiotic dry cow…
In this addition of Herdwatch’s Farm Smart series, Dr. Ger Ryan from Dovea Genetics provides expert advice to Herdwatch members…
Denis is one of over 11,500 farmers using Herdwatch to save hours every day on farm paperwork. Herdwatch is fully…
Herdwatch allows farmers to apply for movement certs in seconds through the app. When you sell animals privately you can…
Tagging calves is carried out as part of the Bovine Animal Identification System. The aim is to guarantee the safety…
With calving about to get into full swing in the next couple of weeks, we wanted to give you a…
Beef and Dairy Farmer uses App to help improve Herd Performance. A new farming app – Herdwatch – has made…
The calculator is aimed at protecting farmers ensuring they have sufficient fodder this winter. Quiet simply the fodder calculator will…
The Herdwatch app can now sync with ICBF. This means you can now view all your animal parentage, breeding records,…
Review your farm safety this spring. A farm is a dangerous place to work at. Powerful tractors and machinery, unpredictable…
Correct management of your cows the during the pre-breeding season is critical to ensure that you get your cows back…
Today is Farm Safety Statistics day. Data from the Health & Safety Authority highlights the importance of being safe at…
Recording heat detection for a full month before the start of the breeding season allows every cow to come into…
Herdwatch allows a farmer to save time on paperwork. You can have the calves registered before the kettle is boiled
Discover how Yvonne Hoban has used Herdwatch to save time and hassle with paperwork over the course of a year.…
Freeze branding has a very important role to play in herd management. Find out how you, Herdwatch and FRS are…
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