April 2024 Farm Newsletter

Packed with informative content for our clients!

  • Learn about the results of a surgical audit performed at the practice to assess success rates of various procedures.
  • Gain insights into the top performers in the Shepton Top 10 herd review, including benchmarks for genetics, fertility, and youngstock performance.
  • Read about the benefits of the XL Vets independent practice community and the training courses they offer.
  • Find out about the new farm meds daily collection point at the Wells Surgery and updates on medication availability.
  • Discover how the Shepton Farm Vet Tech team can assist with your farm management needs, including vaccination rounds, udder health, and parasite control.
  • Learn about Schmallenberg in sheep, including its effects and how to report deformed lambs to APHA.
  • Catch up on the latest in fat hogg trade, antibiotic use in lambs, and best practices for ensuring lambs receive adequate colostrum.
  • Read about using the Morris Remote Control Hydraulic Yoke for TB testing and the benefits it offers.

Featuring

  • Charlie – Vet who led the genetics discussion group
  • Paddy – Vet who led the fertility discussion group for AYR herds
  • Rob – Vet who led the fertility discussion group for block calving herds
  • Anna – Youngstock vet
  • Rosie – Youngstock vet
  • Harry – Author of the Surgical Audit article
  • Andrew Curwen – Chief Executive of XL Vets
  • Vin – Author of the Delivery & Collection Update
  • Jade – Farm vet tech
  • Bibby – Author of the Talking Sheep article
  • Ralph – Author of the Using the Morris Remote Control Hydraulic Yoke for TB Testing article
  • Ray – Tester who participated in the TB testing with the Morris Remote Control Hydraulic Yoke

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