Torch Farm Vets - Farm Animal Services

04/12/2024

🚧 Car Park Repair Works at Mullacott – Important Update 🚧
⏰ Dates of Work: Thursday 5th December / possibly some of Friday 6th December
🅿️ Access: While the work is underway, there may be limited parking spaces available but please utilise the overflow parking area. We kindly ask for your patience during this time.

💡 If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with our team.

Thank you for your continued support! 😊

04/12/2024

🐄 It was wonderful to support and sponsor the Kivells Christmas Market in Holsworthy this morning, with our team on hand to share lots of festive treats!

Don’t forget, our team is on hand every Wednesday at the market, so if you’d like to see a friendly face, do pop along—or visit us at our Holsworthy branch just down the road at River Tamar Way!

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03/12/2024

❄️ Brrr... it’s getting chilly out there! With nighttime temperatures dropping, we want to remind everyone about medication collection from our outdoor boxes. 🌡️

To keep your meds safe and effective:

👉 Please collect them the same day they’re sent to the box, especially when it’s cold.
👉 If temperatures are below 8ºC during the day or freezing at night, we will not be putting medicines in the collection boxes. It is recommended picking up medications directly from your local Practice.

If you still prefer to use a collection box, please note that once the meds leave our pharmacy, they’re your responsibility due to the weather being out of our control. Thank you for understanding, and stay warm! 🧤✨

02/12/2024

https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/700029?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR2BNc5ZFnkNRtA4VqpKpymHEvCBQOzv6T8rSpmrBQjGCfc-WqENFXiIgxk_aem_oQ-kSuH1g-Vn1PMLk0FKDA

We are calling on the government to integrate comprehensive food, farming, and sustainability education into the national curriculum, making these subjects core to students’ learning from early years through secondary school.

27/11/2024

🌾 AHDB Beef and Lamb How Does Your Farm Stack Up? with Farmbench🌾

📅 Date: Tuesday 10th December 2024
📍 Venue: Springfield Farm, Middle Marwood, Barnstaple EX31 4DU (Session 1 at 10:30am) & our Holsworthy branch (Session 2 at 1:30pm) (please choose one to attend)
⏰ Times: 10:30am & 1:30pm
💰 Cost: FREE (including refreshments)

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn about Farmbench, the FREE, levy-funded tool that helps you benchmark your farm's performance against industry standards. 📊

By comparing key performance indicators with local, regional, and national data, Farmbench helps you pinpoint areas for improvement, optimise your beef and sheep enterprises, and boost profitability. 💡 With over 3,000 registered users and expert support from regional Farmbench Managers, these sessions will provide practical advice on making data-driven decisions to enhance your farm's bottom line.

Join us for valuable insights and a chance to network with fellow producers!

To book please visit:

https://ahdb.org.uk/events/barnstable-beef-and-lamb-farmbench-how-does-your-farm-stack-up

https://ahdb.org.uk/events/holsworthy-beef-and-lamb-farmbench-how-does-your-farm-stack-up

27/11/2024

🎄Devon Women in Dairy are running a fabulously festive Christmas wreath making workshop at our Torch Holsworthy branch on Friday 13th of December.🎄

🎄Details below of how to get involved!

26/11/2024

We are overjoyed to share that the Torch Skittles Event on Friday night raised just over £1,114 🎉 This fantastic amount will be shared between three incredible farming charities: Farming Community Network, , and Farm Safety Foundation - Yellow Wellies, supporting those in the farming community who need it most.

A HUGE THANK YOU to everyone who made the evening such a success:
🎳 To all the amazing skittle teams who took part with such great energy and enthusiasm.
🎁 To those who generously donated fabulous raffle prizes.
🤝 To our wonderful volunteers who gave their time to make the event run smoothly.

We also have a few unclaimed raffle prizes (please see picture below). If you have a winning raffle ticket, get in touch with us to claim your prize—we’d love to see these items find their homes! 🎉

Additionally, someone left behind a FatFace body warmer. If this belongs to you, let us know so we can reunite it with its owner. 🧥

Thank you once again for all your incredible support—we couldn’t have done it without you! 💛

22/11/2024

🎉 Our Skittles Fund raising Event was a Huge Success! 🎳

With over 20 teams competing, our amazing staff organised an incredible evening of fun and friendly competition. But it’s more than just a game—it’s about giving back to our farming community. 🏆✨

Here’s what we’re accomplishing together:

✅ raising awareness of the farming community and the need for connection
✅ raising much needed funds for farming charities
✅ supporting local farmers and businesses

A massive thank you to our dedicated staff and all the participants who are made this event so special and congratulations to the winning team!! 👏

You’re helping us build stronger connections and a better future for everyone! 💪

The Farming Community Network Farm Safety Foundation - Yellow Wellies

21/11/2024

Skittles Evening Reminder! 🎳

We’re excited to see those who have signed up for our Skittles evening tomorrow night 🎉

Just a quick reminder:

💷 Please bring CASH for:
📌Entry: Payable on the door.
📌Raffle: Packed with amazing prizes!

A HUGE thank you to the generous companies who have kindly donated prizes so far to our fantastic raffle:

✨ Beaumont & Bear
✨ Crediton Milling Company
✨ ExcelAgri
✨ Exeter Racecourse
✨ Farmers Weekly
✨ Genus
✨ Feed Co
✨ GRASSMEN
✨ Hamblys
✨ Harpers Feeds
✨ Heddens Of Woodtown Farm
✨ GE Honey (Butchers)
✨ Handmade by Jess
✨Kivells Agriculture
✨Kingsarmshartland
✨Lely Center Holsworthy
✨ Milky Way
✨North Devon Hog Roast
✨ Old Parlour Bakes.
✨ Parkham Farms
✨ Farmer Christmas
✨ RSJ Bookkeeping
✨ Taunton Racecourse
✨Smallridge Bros Ltd
✨Southwest Fixings

All raffle proceeds will be split between these incredible charities:

💛 Yellow Wellies
🌱 Farming Community Network
🐑 🐄RABI

Let’s have a brilliant evening while raising funds for these amazing causes. See you there! 👋

19/11/2024

🌾🚜 Standing Together for British Farming 🚜🌾

This morning, Torch Farm Vets proudly stands with everyone at Holsworthy Market for the Back British Farming Rally. We’re here in alliance with the farmers in London, raising their voices against the Agricultural Inheritance Tax.

Farmers are the heart of our communities, and we’re honored to show our unwavering support 💚

19/11/2024

🚜👢 Today, our team at Torch Vets has swapped shoes for wellies! 👢🚜

Whether in the office or out on farm visits, we’re standing in solidarity with the farmers rallying in London to make their voices heard on the Agricultural Inheritance Tax. 💪🌾

Farmers are the backbone of our communities, working tirelessly to provide for us all. We’re proud to show our support for this vital cause and to champion the hard work, dedication, and legacy they uphold every day.

Here’s to all those stepping up today—together, we’re stronger! 💚

19/11/2024

🇬🇧 🚜 Today, we stand with our farmers.

As farmers travel to London to protest the proposed inheritance tax changes, we want to be absolutely clear: WE SUPPORT YOU.

🚜Farming isn’t just a profession—it’s a way of life that feeds the nation. It’s early mornings, late nights, and tireless dedication to producing the food we all rely on every single day. And now, that way of life is under threat.

💷The proposed changes to inheritance tax could make it nearly impossible for family farms to pass down their legacy. This isn’t just a blow to the farmers—it’s a blow to all of us. Family farms are the backbone of food security in the UK.

Without them:

❌Food prices will soar as we become more dependent on imports.
❌Local economies will suffer as small farms are forced to close.
❌Our countryside will change forever as farmland risks being sold off for development.

😞 Farmers already face monumental challenges—rising costs, unpredictable weather, and the pressures of producing sustainable food. Adding this tax burden only pushes them closer to breaking point.

🌽 These men and women are fighting not just for their own futures, but for ours. For a food system that remains local, secure, and affordable. For a country that values its farmers, their contribution, and their sacrifices.

❤️ So, to every farmer protesting today, we want to say: we see you, we hear you, and we stand with you. Thank you for all you do to keep food on our tables and our countryside thriving.

👏 Let’s make our voices heard: Support our farmers. Protect our food. Protect their future.

16/11/2024

🎉🌟 Holsworthy Carnival Tonight! 🌟🎉

Get ready, Holsworthy—it’s carnival night! 🎭✨ Let’s show some love and community spirit as the amazing floats, performers, and participants make their way through town.

Make sure to give them a BIG cheer and a wave as they pass by—they’ve worked so hard to make tonight unforgettable! 🙌🎊

See you there! Let’s make some noise and celebrate together! 🎶🥳

15/11/2024

💡 Maximize Your Farm Data with Uniform Agri! 💡

Data is a powerful tool—*if* it's recorded in the right way. Are you using Uniform Agri to its full potential? Whether you’re new to the software or a seasoned user, there’s always more to learn!

Uniform Agri helps you:
🐄 Register calf births
💊 Record medicine usage
📊 Analyze farm data for actionable insights

This powerful tool can make a real difference to your farm management, but we know it’s not always straightforward. Struggling with questions like:
- When is an event a condition or a treatment?
- How do I record a heat?
- What’s the best way to import milk recording data?

We’ve got you covered! Join Cath Smith from Uniform Agri at our Holsworthy practice on Thursday, 5th December, from 10:30 AM to 2:00 PM. Cath will answer common queries, guide you through best practices, and offer troubleshooting tips.

💻 Bring your laptop for personalised support.
☕ Refreshments provided!

📧 RSVP:*Email [email protected] or speak to your vet to secure your spot. Let’s make sure you’re getting the most from your data!

15/11/2024

🏉 Torch Farm Vets are fired up to back the South Molton All Blacks as they go head-to-head with Exmouth this Saturday on home turf! 💥

Sponsored by Torch Farm Vets and Harpers Feeds we are looking forward to what’s set to be a cracking day of rugby.
Let’s get behind the boys and make it one to remember! 🔥

14/11/2024

🚜🌾 Join us at Kivells Agriculture in Holsworthy on Tuesday, November 19th at 11am for the Back British Farming rally! 🌾🚜
This important event is a chance to show our support for the hardworking farmers who are the backbone of our rural communities and economy. We’re proud to stand behind British farming and raise awareness of the challenges and opportunities facing the industry.
Come along to learn more, meet others who are passionate about farming, and help amplify the message of support for UK agriculture.
Let’s unite for British farming! 💪🇬🇧



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