Cattle Handling

The expected duration for the course is one day, however please note this may vary according to factors such as level of experience, modules or attachments selected, or the ratio of instructors to learners.

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It is with immense pride that we announce that Kate Mason has been awarded the Women in Agriculture Education and Training Woman of the Year award at the The National Women in Agriculture Awards 2026, and is the icing on the cake as she celebrates 40 years of working with and for Vale Training Services Ltd.

The event celebrated 13 exceptional women from across the UK farming sector during a ceremony held on 5 May at the De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms. Organised by Mark Allen Group and supported by sponsors including Nestlé UK & Ireland, Co-op, HSBC UK, NFU, Noble Foods, and Pig World where you can read the full report, the awards recognised outstanding contributions across the agricultural industry. 

Winners were chosen from an extremely competitive shortlist, highlighting the growing strength, influence, and visibility of women throughout the sector.

For more information visit the NFU online page.

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Course prerequisite: None

Certificating Body: Lantra 

Course Length: 1 day

Course Times: 9.30am to 4.00pm or to suit client.

Instructor: Eddie Willmott

Cost: On application

Venue: To suit client

Maximum Trainees: 4

The sessions will look at:

  • Why good cattle handling matters
  • Main issues and factors resulting in accidents
  • Benefits of good cattle handling
  • Animal senses
  • Moving livestock efficiently
  • Design of handling facilities.

When you have completed the course, you'll be able to:

  • Understand the benefits of good livestock handling
  • Identify the factors affecting cattle handling
  • Understand how those factors can be applied to handling systems.

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