Castle Vets Farm

09/09/2025

🐐🐑NEXT TUESDAY🐑🐐
Vets Natalie and Lucy will be holding a sheep + goat smallholder meeting at the practice. This would also be suitable for those starting a bigger flock for the first time, or wanting to learn more about how to protect their flock. They will be discussing important vaccines to consider, as well as relevant timings and advice on what to prioritise.
Please phone us on 01566 772371 to confirm attendance☎️

02/09/2025

GB Calf Week 2025🐄

GB Calf week 2025 is taking place from the 11th-18th September. During this time there will be both practical events taking place all over the country as well as webinars sharing the latest innovations and best practice in calf rearing. GB calf week follows the official launch of the new GB Calf Strategy at Dairy Day on 10th September. It's aim is to "rear every calf with care and purpose".

One of our vets, Emily, will be talking at an event in Cornwall entitled Smart Starts: Unlocking lifetime value from every calf. Topics being covered include breeding and carcass quality, feeding efficiency, carbon foot printing and profit and setting calves up to thrive. For more details and to book a place please follow the link

Join us for a practical, on-farm event exploring how to get the most from every calf, from birth to beef, as part of GB Calf Week in collaboration with the Farm Net Zero Project.

01/09/2025

** part-time garage assistant**

We are recruiting a part-time garage assistant at our Launceston branch, to work 2 afternoons a week, from 4.00pm-6.00pm. The role consists of washing vehicles, washing vet's waterproofs and cleaning the garage.

If you would be interested in applying, please email us at [email protected]

29/08/2025

28/08/2025

We are at Holsworthy Show today for the last show of the season!
Pop in and say hello 🌧

21/08/2025

Upcoming Bank Holiday - Monday 25th August ☎️🐑🐄

19/08/2025

We are currently experiencing intermittent issues with our telephones this evening.
If you have an emergency and are unable to get through on our normal number please ring 07399213269.
Sorry for any inconvenience

14/08/2025

We're all set up at Okehampton Show. Come along and find us for a refreshment and chat! 🐑

04/08/2025

Important information for our dairy farmers:
We’ve now officially entered Phase 3 of the National Johne’s Management Plan (NJMP). As part of this new phase, dairy herds are now required to obtain an Average Test Value (ATV) at their Johne’s annual review.

Why?
The goal is to hit the national Johne’s control index target, aiming for a national ATV average of 5.5 or lower by 2030. This new measure will help track progress on Johne’s control across the UK and drive improvements in herd health nationwide.

What does this mean for you?
You will need to calculate and report your herd’s ATV at your Johne’s annual review.
The ATV gives an overview of your herd’s Johne’s status and will help tailor your control plan.
The minimum testing requirement has increased to a random 60 cow screen.
We’re here to support you, interpret your results and advise on next steps.
If you have questions about ATV, testing, or your Johne’s control strategy, please get in touch.
Call us on 01566 772 371
Together, we can keep our herds healthier and our industry stronger. 💪🐄