Shields Farming Co. Ltd.

21/06/2024

Just thought you might like to see a bit about Wagyu on World Wagyu Day!!!!!

11/06/2024

The wait is over. The new batch of Brown Commercials pullets are now ready for collection.

Call 07944940254 for a collection slot today. They won't be around long, first come first served.

21/05/2024

Brown commercial pullets available from today... Drop a message or give a call to 07944940254.
They are £9 each today.
Get them ordered.

27/04/2024

Are you ready to enjoy your garden with this new found SUNSHINE!!!

Why not get yourself some hens to add life and character to your paradise.

We have a few pullets remaining and the May batch will be ready very soon.

24/04/2024

A farmers day is never done. Feeding livestock, Wagyu meeting and a little time set aside to rescue these tad poles from a tractor wheel rut that is finally drying out.
A little note to the neighbour that let them be released into their pond, THANK YOU.
Our 7 duck ponds were just too far away.

04/04/2024

This is Peppa Pig,
Peppa Pig is naughty for littering,
Don't be like Peppa Pig.

It is one thing contending with mother nature, but going around litter picking is another matter that needs addressing as it can be fatal to livestock.

31/03/2024

We hope you all had a blessed Easter one way or another.
The birth of new life is a blessing everyday during the spring months.

28/03/2024

Can an integrated supply chain work for you?

The Wagyu collaboration has been a major improvement to our farm. We have the freedom of rearing our way and to our timeframe, albeit there is a number of stages that you may take part in if you wish.

When we are ready to allow them to move on, there is no stress on the calves, as they just go farm to farm rather than a stressful time at the auction marts.

This is where Warrendale take all the pressure away as they just deal with the sale and you are there is just take care of your Wagyu.

If you are planning on being a part of something, why not be a part of Warrendale Wagyu. The integrated supply chain could just be a game changer.

26/03/2024

Has your dog tried Dougies Raw. Well remember we will get it to your doorstep to allow your pampered pooch to enjoy.

Check out the website and log in to the delivery platform to get yours booked.

23/03/2024

If you are getting ready for egg painting or just that bake off bonanza awaiting the family to arrive in droves over the Easter break.

Don't forget to update your order on the delivery platform to avoid disapppontment of running out of deliciously well presented local free range eggs.

You are sure to win any egg decorating or baking competition this Easter.

22/03/2024

Have you built the new hen shed yet or just thinking of adding to your flock??

We may just have the hybrid lady that will fit.

There is currently a good selection of point of lay pullets available:

☆ Border Sussex
☆ Border Coucou
☆ Border Blue
☆ Pennine Blacktail
☆ Pennine Black
☆ Pennine White
☆ Brown Commercial

You can check out all the breeds and a description of them on our website.

18/03/2024

Are you looking for Wagyu store cattle to keep that grass down?
Or just to be environmentally friendly and let the cattle take care of the carbon cycle?
Give us a shout or contact Warrendale Wagyu for more information of the integrated supply chain.

15/03/2024

Are you getting your allotment all setup for the summer?

Is it time to get some new girls in, for those wholesome eggs to go with the summer salads?

Well now is the time to choose Shields Farming for a good mix of breeds, well reared, fully vaccinated, with care and precision taken with all the rearing protocols to bring you excellence in every breed we sell.

Give us a call on 07944 940254 to check out availability and latest prices.

14/03/2024

Have you ever thought a dairy delivery would be a good movement to be a part of?

Well, you would be right for just some of the reasons below:

- Quality organic produce
- Supporting local farms
- Keeping animal welfare your top priority
- Reducing food miles
- Being environmentally friendly with reusable packaging
- Keeping sustainability at the forefront of your purchasing.
- Receive upto twice per week deliveries of fresh produce
- Change orders upto 3pm the day prior to delivery
- Get your delivery to your doorstep in time for breakfast

If it is time for you to join the Milk & Egg Train then take a look at the website or send us an email.

Speak soon. You will not be disappointed.

13/03/2024

Wagyu is a great way to help secure your farming future.

The Warrendale Wagyu scheme is a great way to get young farmers into agriculture or better protects your farming business from market volatility.

There is 3 stages to the scheme: rearers, growers and finishers.

The rearers like ourselves purchases calves through the scheme from a number of dairy farms that participate. The calves are vaccinated and arrived to us around 3 weeks old.
We then rear them upto 5-7 months old and achieve weights of 170-200kg.

The little rascals then move onto the grower farmers where they are dedicated to growing the cattle upto 14-16 months and allowing the Wagyu to head out and graze. Creating not only a superior animal but improving sustainability and welfare.

Then the beast move onto the finishing farms from 14 months to enjoy specific diets tailored for them and it enhances the quality of the beast.

Wagyu is a superior product raised by farmers that care and take a modern approach to agriculture. We are all dedicated to caring for livestock and feeding the nation.

If you would like more information on the Warrendale Wagyu scheme contact them direct.

If you want a farmers view on the scheme drop us a message and we would be more than happy to speak with you.

09/03/2024

Point of lay Brown Commercial pullets available from wednesday. To order email [email protected] or DM the page to be placed on the list.

08/03/2024

Just a snapshot of the livestock we rear and keep, and the other tasks we get up to, so that we can keep food miles down.

It is all to do with reducing the carbon footprint. We believe as farmers everything we produce helps within the carbon cycle.

There is so many myths and misinformation out there, no wonder people get mixed messages. Recently we have been told there is around 3 current models for assessing our carbon footprint. How can that be possible?

Grass, hedges and trees play a vital role in the capture and storage of carbon. So why is the farmer getting the backlash of the green agenda?

On top of all this, we are hearing more and more about carbon credits. Then we are reminded to not sell them off as this could affect your future in farming.

Has this country gone mad? How are we going to feed ourselves?

01/03/2024

This year straw is in such short supply, not only due to the weather conditions during harvest 2023 but then the onset of the Irish government policy of encouraging their farmers to chop the straw back into the land.
This all has a massive impact on livestock production.
Overall it has seen prices on an upward trajectory as the Irish keep taking it from England to satisfy their needs.
All that said after a couple of weeks of searching we have found a treasure trove of the liquid gold and the filling of the straw shed is underway.

23/02/2024

In support of the current issues facing welsh farmers in particular. They are on track to lose upto 10% of productive farmland for tree planting.
It is all good and well to plant trees on unproductive land that is available but not on prime food producing pastures. To top it off, they are not being asked, they are being forced to do it which is dictatorship.

We as a collective of small family farms throughout GREAT BRITAIN, are here to produce as much good quality food that we can, to feed our ever growing population. Unfortunately due to currrent environmental scams designed by government we are all on track to cut food production by 10%, this will mean we are less food secure and god only knows the outcome. Lets just say the population must decrease as we will not be able to feed everyone.

We have just touched on one part of the issue, as there is so many strands currently all surrounding the environment.

Please copy this image and add it to your profile even it is just for a day in support of your UNITED KINGDOM farmers that are UNITED in keeping your food safe.

If you can give it a share that would be even more appreciated.

23/02/2024

The first rearing flock of 2024 are now ready for collection.

The following breeds available are:

Border Blue
Border Coucou
Border Sussex
Pennine Black
Pennine White
Brown Commercials

Call 07944 940254 to book a collection slot.

16/02/2024

As we enter the final countdown to the start of the 2024 season, we thought it was best to remind you, of the reasons you should choose Shields Poultry for your next pullets:

* Fully vaccinated from day 1 to week 16 to protect your flock and the national flock.
*Weekly flock recording to achieve higher standards when comparing growth.
*An established Animal Health & Welfare Plan for the best protection of your young pullets.

We make sure all the hard work is done, so you can enjoy your hens without the hassle.

Oh and remember we are just a call away if you need any support.

To order your 2024 pullets call 07944 940254 or email [email protected]

13/02/2024

As most of you know, we are dedicated to rearing Wagyu in the best way we can.

So we have decided to take a leap and try some amazing cuts ourselves, to see what the finished product is all about.

I can hear you, well you sell meat boxes, You are quite right but we needed to try it.

I can say we made the right choice in giving it a go. The marble effect that you see in the meat disappears when cooking, but I believe it significantly improves the eating quality through the softer texture when eating.

If you are looking for that perfect treat for your Valentine. You may have just found the impressive main course. Take a look at Warrendale Wagyu or visit a local Aldi as they may still have some available if you get there soon.

Give it a try and you can definitely notice a difference.

08/02/2024

06/02/2024

We went into the weanling shed to find a misbehaving Wagyu. Clearly, it wanted to be higher than the rest.

04/02/2024

Easter is just around the corner. Oh, we thought we better tell you, the 2024 point of lay pullets will be available to collect from 23rd February.

Don't miss out and send and email to [email protected] to get your reserved.

03/02/2024

We have passed another Food Standards Inspection, surpassing standards as we hold 3 HACCP plans, rather than just 1 standard plan.

Keeping the consumer safe in all events.

31/01/2024

Since September 2023, we decided to go on the Wagyu rearing journey.
There were many worries that we had about whether there is sufficient calf numbers, if we would be ambushed into rearing more and more, is it viable to be in a contract style farming arrangement and more.

Well we can now sit back and relax, albeit not literally but the fears that we had did not materialise. This collaboration is something dreams are made of.
The Warrendale team are very approachable, and work hand in hand with your system, whilst allowing you to just get on with the task at hand, rearing the best.

If you are looking for a rearing opportunity that helps maintain an income and not be at the mercy of the markets. Give Warrendale Wagyu a call for more information.

We think you will enjoy the journey.

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