The sheep industry must actively engage with Defra’s long-awaited consultation on castration and tail docking methods to ensure future policy reflects the realities of commercial sheep farming, the National Sheep Association (NSA) has said.

Cumbria based, Cathy Cassie, is a contact shepherd, and has not let being born without connections to agriculture limit her drive.

Few Beltex breeders see their sheep as other than a carcase and terminal sire breed, but one farming couple in Perthshire believe Beltex wool has a value worth exploiting

Last year, Magnus Brown was awarded NFYFC Young Farmer of the Year. A trainee solicitor by day, alongside working on the farm, Ellie Layton explores his journey in the industry so far.

One Welsh shepherd believes that the Hampshire Down breed should not be overlooked, possessing qualities for consistent lamb production

There is a narrative that family farms are fading and that the next generation is not interested. But, I simply do not recognise it.

Not being afraid to step out of their comfort zone has paid off for one Carmarthenshire-based family, who have been rewarded with success for their pedigree Bluefaced Leicester flock.

In what has been a challenging and disruptive year for farming, the promotional and conservation work of Rare Breeds Survival Trust has had some notable achievements.

Holstein UK has announced the 2026 All Breeds All Britain Calf Show judges for the Holstein Young Breeders calf and showmanship classes which will be held at Staffordshire County Showground on October 30 and November 1, 2026.

As the next generation takes to the trial field, one young competitor is proving that age is no barrier to success