In the ever-evolving landscape of livestock health, effective wound care and infection control remain critical for maintaining herd productivity and welfare. One product making waves in this space is NoBACZ Ambugreen Gel, a versatile, antimicrobial solution designed...
As the colder months approach and daylight hours shorten, many farmers are turning their attention to winter housing after keeping their stock out for longer than usual due to the milder start to autumn. While it might seem straightforward to bring cattle in from the...
On Tuesday, 11th November, CVS Farm Vets proudly hosted another successful on-farm meeting in collaboration with AGRIMIN Boluses, continuing our commitment to supporting farmers with practical knowledge and hands-on demonstrations. This time, the focus was on cattle...
At Cheshire Farm Vets, we are always looking for innovative solutions that improve animal health, welfare, and farm efficiency. One product that has truly impressed us in recent months is Ambugreen™, developed by NoBACZ Healthcare. This cutting-edge gel barrier is...
The November Newsletter is now out from the team at Cheshire Farm Vets, with articles on: Liver Fluke and the latest testing from Norbrook: Liver fluke is an important parasite in the UK. This is estimated to cost UK agriculture somewhere in the region of £300 million...
After a notably dry summer followed by wetter-than-average autumn conditions, the UK livestock industry is facing a critical rise in liver fluke infections among sheep and cattle. This parasitic disease, caused by Fasciola hepatica, is not only a threat to animal...
The rise of sheep scab & lice infestations is a critical challenge faced by livestock farmers as autumn settles in across the UK. These parasitic conditions not only compromise animal welfare but also lead to significant economic losses if left unchecked. With...
Autumn grazing is a critical period in UK livestock farming, offering both opportunities and challenges. As temperatures drop and grass growth slows, we must make strategic decisions to protect soil health, optimise pasture utilisation, and reduce parasite burdens....
Adrenacaine is the favoured injectable local anaesthetic that we use on farm. Vital for procedures such as disbudding and castration (both lambs & calves). In the interests of animal welfare, the BCVA and BVA believe that calves should be routinely provided with...
Why UK Farmers Must Stay Alert This Autumn After an unusually dry summer followed by initial heavy autumn rainfall across the UK, livestock farmers are facing a dangerous surge in cases of perennial ryegrass staggers. This neurological disorder can severely affect...
FerAppease Beef has successfully secured a spot in the ever-evolving landscape of UK agriculture. Innovations that enhance animal welfare while improving productivity are highly prized, this such breakthrough, FerAppease Beef, is a topical product designed to reduce...
Last week, some of our team had the opportunity to attend AI (Live), the UK’s first dedicated conference on artificial intelligence (AI) in livestock farming, held at the iconic Science Museum in London. The event brought together a host of professionals; farmers,...
Over the past few weeks, we are increasingly encountering cases of Haemonchus contortus, commonly known as the Barber’s Pole worm. This blood-sucking gastrointestinal parasite is becoming more prevalent due to changing weather patterns, particularly milder winters...
As the colder weather and shorter days draw in many of you will have already started thinking about bringing stock in for winter housing. Unfortunately, it isn’t just as simple as bringing them up to the sheds, processes need to be followed and checks carried out to...
The Importance of Sheep Bolusing in Cheshire Across Cheshire’s diverse farming landscape, sheep producers are increasingly turning to bolusing as a reliable way to support flock health and performance. With varying soil types and grazing conditions across the region,...
Are you aware of the risks that acorns pose to your livestock? Acorn poisoning, or quercus poisoning, is a serious and potentially fatal condition in cattle, particularly young stock and inquisitive animals. Up around the Peaks we are seeing a lot of acorns on the...
Haemonchus contortus, commonly known as the Barber’s Pole Worm, is a blood-sucking gastrointestinal parasite that poses serious health risks to sheep. It resides in the abomasum (the fourth stomach compartment) and can cause a condition known as haemonchosis, which is...
BLUETONGUE RESTRICTION CHANGES We have today seen changes to the BTV Restrictions, specifically looking at Welsh Stock and Breeding Animal sales. Changes to Bluetongue restrictions confirmed for Autumn sales & markets The phased changes to facilitate Autumn sales...
As breeding season approaches, more and more sheep producers across the UK are turning to synchronise as a practical way to take control of lambing and improve overall ewe performance. Ewe synchronisation is the management practice of achieving a compact mating period...
During summer months, particularly in periods of drought or high temperatures, pasture growth often declines significantly. We are currently seeing some very warm dry spells. The reduction in forage availability and quality can compromise nutritional intake, impacting...
Watch our handy video here on the true cost of this nuisance critters. Remember all products are available through the shop or why not pop in and chat to our SQP Maia about the best products for you....
Enzootic abortion is caused by infection during pregnancy with the Chlamydophila organism derived from infected birth fluids and placentas from recently or latently infected sheep. CLINICAL SIGNS: Abortion typically occurs in the last 2–3 weeks of pregnancy. Ewes...
The latest Newsletter is here, this month we look at- Barbers Pole Worms and what to look for, the latest on the Blue Tongue Vaccine and also a few of our turnout products READ OUR NEWSLETTER HERE: Cheshire Farm Newsletter May
To make everyone’s lives easier we have created an online shop which we hope will just help the stress. We will keep it up to date of what is in stock, what you previously ordered and show our prices. This is available for clients and non clients as it is...
