A Scottish-led breeding initiative, dubbed the Cool Cows program, seeks to substantially reduce methane emissions from cattle by selecting animals that produce less methane. Scientists say methane from ruminant livestock is a major contributor to global warming, with methane...
The article critiques the promotion of extensive livestock farming in mountain areas, emphasizing that this practice often disregards the value of wild flora and fauna. The author compares the protection given to cultivated crops and ornamental plants to the...
The article critically examines the common narrative in Spanish media that attributes forest fires to neglected forests and promotes extensive livestock farming as a solution. The author argues that extensive livestock farming, a long-standing practice in Spain, is actually...
The Welsh government is easing travel restrictions for livestock in response to the bluetongue virus, a disease transmitted by midge bites that affects cattle, sheep, and goats. From Monday, vaccinated animals with a completed bluetongue vaccination (BTV-3) will be...
The Australian Alpaca National Show held in Bendigo is the nation’s premier event for showcasing the best alpacas and the evolution of the local alpaca industry. Despite brisk weather, breeders, farmers, and international visitors gather to celebrate and compete...
A three-year study at the Wellington Solar Farm in New South Wales, Australia, involving 1,700 merino sheep has shown promising results for a practice known as agrivoltaics, where livestock grazing and solar energy production occur simultaneously. Conducted by Lightsourcebp...
The UK government has confirmed the first case of bird flu (H5N1) in a sheep in England, detected during a routine livestock check on a farm in Yorkshire where the virus had previously been found in captive birds. The...
Karis Dadson, a 14-year-old from California, has gained unexpected internet fame through her intense stare during pig showmanship competitions. Competing alongside her twin brother, Krew, Karis has become a viral sensation, with millions captivated by her unwavering focus in...
A study by Colorado State University has found that fortified corrals not only protect livestock from carnivore attacks but also create a beneficial spillover effect, reducing predation for neighboring farms. Conducted in Tanzania’s Ruaha National Park region, the research...
The UK has implemented an immediate ban on the import of cattle, pigs, and sheep from Germany following a confirmed case of foot-and-mouth disease. The government has halted the approval of health certificates for animals, meat, and animal products...
