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    Creep feed calfs

    Suckler herd, spring born (april and may) sold as suckled calfs around November. How much creep and type would you recommend per calf and from when, will the initial cost always pay back when sold.
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    pea straw

    Just wondered if anyone is growing peas roughly when is this years harvest going to be and do you think there will be much pea straw baled, or is too early to know?
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    Occupancy rates for budget hostel type accommodation

    Considering going into budget hostel type accommodation (not on farm). Have a building that would give around 10 beds over three rooms plus shower room toilets and basic kitchen. Location ideal for walkers / climbers type. Just wondered if anyone has a similar set up and if so very rough ideas...
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    suckler cows or sheep, profit per acre

    Which is more profitable per acre of permanent grass land on a hill farm? I know there is a huge number of variables and factors and perhaps it should be loss rather than profit per acre!
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    Belmac muck spreaders

    These appear to be quite allot cheaper than other manufacturers, is there that much difference in quality? Considering buying a new 7.5 cube rota spreader, probably do less than 20 loads a year so would want one that will last few years.
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