SWHLI(The Healthy Livestock Iniative)                 

 The Healthy Livestock project will focus on controlling the incidence of mastitis, lameness, BVD, Johnes Disease and respiratory diseases in cattle and lameness, nutrition, breeding and parasite control in sheep, by providing part-funding towards vet and advisers consultations, diagnostic tests, farmer discussion groups and a programme of training events.

For more information visit www.swhli.co.uk or phone the practice on 01363 772860.

FARM SKILLS TRAINING

Look out for farm skills training. We are committed to the ongoing development of skills within the agricultural sector. We provide regular training days many of which result in LANTRA awards for participants.

For more information on Farm Skills training, click on the link :- Farm Skills

Lambing course – Ruth will be running a lambing course on 8^th December, aimed at people new to lambing and sheep keeping but also a refresher for the more experienced. We’ll cover preparation for lambing, dealing with weak lambs, and problems you may encounter as well as giving you a chance to practice assisting a ewe with a difficult lambing. If you’re interested please call the practice to book a place or speak to Ruth if you have any questions.  Cost £50 per person.