Cattle Bedding
Sustain-a-Bed
Sustainable Cattle Bedding is made entirely from kiln-dried paper crumb and offers a range of advantages for promoting the health and well-being of cattle. Crafted for comfort and practicality, Sustainable Cattle Bedding is a soft, absorbent material well-suited for both cubicle systems and open housing areas. Its gentle texture is kind to livestock, helping to maintain healthy skin. Once used, this bedding can be spread on fields, where its rich organic makeup and natural lime content contribute to soil health—offering added value, especially for farms following organic practices.
This bedding is particularly beneficial for out-wintering pads (OWPs), a cattle-housing system where a layer of timber residue is placed over a drained surface to manage waste. In the UK and Ireland, OWPs allow livestock to be housed outdoors over winter. Spent timber residues from OWPs can be applied to land as a source of organic matter and nutrients, enhancing soil fertility.
By choosing Sustainable Cattle Bedding, farmers can ensure animal comfort, promote sustainable farming practices, and contribute to soil health.
Sustain-a-Sand
Sustain-a-Sand is a high-quality sand bedding solution developed specifically for the needs of modern dairy and beef farmers. Carefully sourced and screened to ensure consistency and performance, Sustain-a-Sand supports cow comfort, hygiene, and long-term sustainability, making it an excellent alternative to traditional organic bedding options.
One of the biggest advantages of Sustain-a-Sand is the comfort it provides. The soft, supportive texture encourages cows to lie down more often and for longer periods, which has been directly linked to improved milk yields and overall herd health. This increased rest time helps reduce stress on joints and limbs, promoting better welfare across the herd.
Hygiene is another key benefit. Unlike organic bedding materials, sand is inorganic and does not support bacterial growth. This means a cleaner environment for your livestock and a significant reduction in the risk of mastitis and other udder-related infections. Farmers using sand bedding often report improved udder health and lower somatic cell counts as a result.
Sustain-a-Sand is also incredibly durable. Unlike straw or sawdust, it doesn’t degrade or rot down, making it a longer-lasting, cost-effective option. It stays drier for longer and can be easily replenished or reused through mechanical separation systems, offering both practical and economic benefits.
The stability of sand also makes it ideal for use in cubicle housing systems. It stays in place underfoot and provides good grip, helping to prevent slips and injuries – especially important in high-traffic areas such as parlours or feed alleys.
At Sustainable Woodchip Ltd, we’re committed to environmental responsibility. That’s why our Sustain-a-Sand is sourced with sustainability in mind, and wherever possible, we support farmers in setting up systems to recover, clean, and reuse sand bedding to minimise waste.
Sustain-a-Sand is part of our growing sustainable bedding range, which also includes our innovative kiln-dried paper-based cattle bedding. Whether you’re looking for organic recyclability or long-lasting inorganic comfort, we have a solution to suit your setup.
If you’re ready to upgrade your cattle bedding, get in touch today. Our team can advise on the right bedding for your farm and help you make the switch to a cleaner, more sustainable option.