Farming

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“Local farming at risk” says Sherborne CPRE Chairman

The Chairman of Sherborne CPRE (Campaign to Protect Rural England), Air Marshal Sir Christopher Coville, has expressed serious concern…

Lambing special: Part one – pre-lambing preparation

Many of the flocks we look after are embarking upon their busiest time of year, which is lambing. As…

Birds keepers urged to remain vigilant after first case of bird flu transmission to people

Following the first confirmed case of bird flu in a human, in the south west of England, the UK…

The vet’s role in preventative health planning continues to grow

The role of the farm vet has evolved over generations. Traditionally, vets like James Herriot, were largely treating sick…

Calving tips: III. Assisting the newborn calf

By Alice EJ Miller BVSC DBR MRCVS Friars Moor Livestock Health This…

Farmer’s future now in safe hands as couple’s share opportunity bears fruit

By Miranda Robertson A young farmer has been given a huge boost for his future in the industry after a…

The inspiring Dorset farmer who was a pioneer in the field of vaccination

A headstone in a church graveyard in Worth Matravers bears an epitaph for Dorset farmer Benjamin Jesty. “He was…

Green team celebrating great first year

An environmental group is celebrating a great first year after planting 250 trees and making 200 bottles of apple…

Farm vets and internal specialist referrals

By Alice Miller BVSC DBR MRCVS Friars Moor Livestock Health If you have been unfortunate enough to have a pet…

Modern dairy farm in same family for 90 years

Sitting on the edge of Sherborne, Castle Farm has been home to the Dimond family for almost 90 years….