FAS TV Series 6 Ep 4 - Easter Howgate: The Use of AI in Suckler Herds

Set in the Pentland Hills just south of Edinburgh, Easter Howgate Farm is a working SRUC farm, education hub, and research centre. Coming up on this week’s FAS TV we learn about the herd’s breeding programme which is focused on the use of artificial insemination (AI) including sexed semen. We hear how a strict heifer selection policy alongside bull selection has contributed to improving herd genetics and subsequent fertility, calf survival and improved weaning weights. We also hear from SAC’s Senior Beef Specialist Gavin Hill on the potential for the use of AI in commercial suckler herds.  Scotland’s Farm Advisory Service (FAS) is funded by the Scottish Government, providing information and resources aimed at increasing the profitability and sustainability of farms and crofts. Subscribe to our channel! https://www.youtube.com/c/FASScot/?su... Visit our website: https://www.fas.scot/ Follow us on Twitter:   / fasscot   Follow us on Facebook:   / fasscot