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A scratching pig could be suffering from sarcoptic mange. Vet Liz Bennett explains how to identify it and what treatment will be required

Flies are not merely an annoyance to cattle, they can transfer disease. Vet Kaz Strycharczyk explains how to limit their effects, both chemically and by using holistic methods

An old breed for new times

If you are planning to show your cattle on the agricultural show circuit, Tom Blunt has plenty of helpful tips

Our livestock can self-medicate through their grazing practices, but the plant species we provide for them are key

Diarrhoea, wasting and poor appetite are all signs of coccidiosis in calves, which is straightforward to treat but swift action is needed

Contagious ovine digital dermatitis is a painful condition that affects sheep’s hooves. We outline the symptoms of CODD that you should look out for and how to deal with this nasty infection

Caring for pregnant livestock can tax even the most experienced smallholder. Tim Tyne discusses how to look after expectant ladies and spot the warning signs when something is amiss

Chickens, as well as turkeys, gamebirds and other poultry can be affected by Newcastle Disease

Liz Shankland continues her guide to improving herd productivity, this time investigating the importance

In this focus on fertility, Liz Shankland looks at what you can do to maximise the number of piglets produced in each farrowing

Jack Smellie looks at what to do when lambing and kidding doesn’t go to plan

Smallholder Tim Tyne advises on the treatment of lambs which are hypothermic

Debbie Kingsley outlines the rules and regulations for smallholding – this month identifying your sheep or goats

Now to the crux of things. In his series about the most challenging aspects of smallholding, Tim Tyne turns to livestock