January 2024 Farm Newsletter

This edition covers a range of topics relevant to farm management, including dairy fertility, calf health, and farm training courses.

• • In a word from the directors, Charlie Neale reflects on 2023 and looks ahead to 2024, highlighting stable milk prices, improved farm drug supplies, and continued growth for Shepton Vets.
  • Learn about the next Shepton Top 10 meeting on dairy fertility, which will explore how Shepton herds are performing and what metrics are used to measure and monitor fertility.
  • Gain insights into Cryptosporidium in calves, including its spread, diagnosis, and treatment options.
  • Discover how to reduce the risk of pneumonia in your youngstock with top tips for vaccination, colostrum management, stress reduction, and housing.
  • Find out about the availability of vaccines for the 2024 season, including Huskvac, and a new option to order via WhatsApp or text message.
  • We are offering a discount on medicine for those who pay by Direct Debit and promoting their Healthy Feet Scheme to improve herd mobility.
  • Share your thoughts and suggestions for shaping the content of future farm newsletters.