Livestock

The early weeks of life are the most important for lamb growth rates where feed conversion rate is at its highest.

Farmers need to plan their cattle buying policy carefully to help keep Scotland free of bovine TB, with an increasing demand from farmers in England for Scottish breeding stock.

A scheme to improve traceability of wild venison, increase buyer confidence and support woodland management is to be launched in England, Northern Ireland and Wales.

Easy lambing, fast finished lambs off grass and herbal leys are the priority for Marlborough, Wiltshire-based farm manager Neil Ridgway and shepherd Paul Barnes. Chrissie Long reports.

Farmland, livestock and the people that manage these environments must be protected, not threatened. That is the message from the National Sheep Association (NSA) after further debates last week whether to bring back lynx.

Native sheep and traditional skills are the passions of Herefordshire farmer Viv Samuel. Ellie Layton finds out more as he looks back on his shepherding career.

Preparations are in full swing at Red House Farm, Aberhafesp, where the Owen family are set to host NSA Welsh Sheep 2023. Gaina Morgan reports.

King Charles support of UK sheep farmers and his love of British lamb will be celebrated over the coronation weekend.

With a high risk of coccidiosis in young lambs likely this spring, managing the disease effectively to ensure performance is not affected is crucial. Ellie Layton reports.

The National Farmers Union said the Government must make this an annual event.