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Managing and improving herd fertility is key for beef farmers striving for success

Routine testing of bull fertility is an essential but often overlooked aspect of suckler herd profitability

Katie Jones
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Managing and improving herd fertility is key for beef farmers striving for success

Yet with funding available, beef specialist, Sarah Balfour, is urging beef farmers to be on the front foot this season. Suckler herd performance relies on optimal fertility and managing and improving...

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