There is inevitable uncertainty about what next season might look like. Many shoots that let days rely on deposits from Guns for cashflow to buy birds, feed them, and pay wages. Without deposits from Guns, they may not be able to go ahead. However, it is understandable that Guns are Read more…
Even in a normal season there are a lot of financial and other factors to be taken into account. This year, there will be obvious concerns around the financial implications of the current situation – will guns be reluctant to put down deposits, will there be unsold days, will cashflow Read more…
BASC has spoken to many syndicate shoots in recent weeks and each one is different, so it is difficult to give a simple answer. Each will have to think through their plan and make their own decisions. Involving syndicate members in the decision planning process will be important. For some, Read more…
Specific guidance has been issued to vets by government that lays out actions to take when dealing with customers and their animals if they are, for example, isolating with symptoms of Coronavirus. It is important to note that there is no evidence of Coronavirus circulating in pets or other animals Read more…
BASC is not aware of any problems with feed supplies at present – but it makes sense to keep in close contact with your usual supplier. Suppliers will need to plan production in order to maintain supply and delivery; therefore, it is all the more important to contact them as Read more…
BASC is not aware of any regulatory restrictions on the supply of eggs/ day-old chicks/ poults. While game farms have seen a reduction in orders from shoots, most are still operating and will want to supply customers. This year, more than ever, it is important to discuss your situation and Read more…
Clearly, it is not a job that can be ‘done from home’ and so it is essential that gamekeepers continue their work as much as possible. There is a duty of care for the many species reliant on gamekeepers, which means duties such as supplementary feeding and essential trapping must Read more…