While it’s technically the end of the official equine season, Autumn brings new challenges that must be addressed by owners of paddocks. The coming winter months can damage your paddock if you don’t take the necessary steps early enough. Below are a few tasks you should definitely consider if you’re going to ensure your four-legged…
DetailsYour choice of fencing can be far more important than many realise. Whether it’s for defining and protecting crop areas, or to contain animals, picking the correct type of farm fencing is critical. Making the right choice can be made considerably harder by the huge range of options on offer. However, when you narrow your…
DetailsWeeds can be tolerated, and sometimes enjoyed, in certain situations. However, they can also cause havoc. More than just a nuisance, weeds can be hazardous and destructive. This can lead to serious problems and a need to be controlled, especially in amenity areas. Tough perennial weeds can lift paving slabs, which can increase the risk…
DetailsWe all know that pulling weeds out by hand can cause the roots to break, which leads the root to remain in the ground and increases the risk of regrowth. Some weeds can pose a serious threat to horses, ponies and livestock such as Ragwort, Sycamore and Clover. What’s more, some are also harmful to…
DetailsAs the cold and wet months of winter end, it’s time to turn our attention to improving your paddocks for the coming months. A well-maintained paddock should provide a secure area that is an excellent food source, exercise space, toilet, and social space for your horses. Horses are selective grazers, so it’s very unlikely your…
DetailsIf the UK stays true to recent form, February and March are going to be harsh months. After the winter months, we’ve already endured, ensuring your paddock is holding up well could save you a lot of expense and time once the weather does start to turn milder. A small investment of time and money…
DetailsPasture management and maintenance can take up a lot of your time. However, there are many simple steps to improve the quantity and quality of the forage available, as well as making your life easier. Keeping on top of all the small essential jobs before they develop into bigger problems is essential. Below we’ll take…
DetailsThe early days of Autumn signal the unofficial end of the equine season. Ensuring your paddock is prepared for the harsher winter months to come is crucial to keeping your best friends’ area in great condition. Below we share a few top tips to help keep your paddock in the best possible condition over the…
DetailsHedges help provide practical and beautiful landscaped areas that can increase privacy, secure livestock and clearly set boundaries. What’s important to note, is that hedges require regular maintenance, not just for aesthetic purposes, but for legal reasons too. There are various elements to consider when planting and maintaining hedges, including their height, overall size, ability…
DetailsFencing is one of the most essential components in keeping your land, property, and animals secure. From preventing unwanted intrusions to inhibiting runaway horses, perimeter fencing needs to be safe and sturdy to ensure that maximum security is maintained all year round. Yet, despite many land owners understanding just how important getting fencing right is,…
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