Why I Use iLivestock – And Why It’s Changed the Way I Farm

This month I had the opportunity to be featured in The Northern Farmer (May 2025 edition), where I talked about how iLivestock has completely transformed the way I run my farm here in North Yorkshire.

As a first-generation farmer managing a 250-head flock of sheep, staying on top of compliance, record-keeping, and general admin was always one of the biggest challenges. Before switching to iLivestock, I was relying on spreadsheets and bits of paper and I was constantly chasing my tail.

iLivestock changed that.

Now I can record treatments, lambings, weights, and movements instantly while I’m out in the field, even with no signal. Everything is stored in one place, on my phone, and it means I can make decisions quickly and confidently without having to wait until I’m back at the kitchen table with a laptop.

Whether it’s preparing for an inspection, tracking medicine usage, or just keeping up with day-to-day flock care, the app has made everything more efficient. It’s also saved me from making costly mistakes and helped me feel more in control of the business side of the farm.

“I started with spreadsheets, but they didn’t offer the flexibility I needed,” — that’s what I shared in the article, and it still rings true.

You can read the full piece in The Northern Farmer – titled “iLivestock helps Damian to keep on top of his admin.”

If you’re a farmer looking for a better way to manage livestock records, I can honestly say iLivestock is worth a look. It’s made my life easier and my farm more compliant and that peace of mind is invaluable.

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Posted: May 17, 2025