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Organic livestock production

Organic livestock farming is about producing healthy, good quality meat and livestock products in an ecologically responsible way - and where the farmer can expect a fair return.

The Soil Association produces a wide range of technical information, as well as essential lists of contacts, buyers and suppliers - many of which are available online.

What's new?

Grassland management event in May 2010
A free Soil Association event in Oxfordshire will provide organic and non-organic farmers with 'best practice' advice on organic grassland management techniques... 

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Your enterprises

For more detailed information on your individual livestock enterprises, visit the links below. Each link will give you access to a range of information relating to your specific enterprise area. 

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