Livestock

Some 5.4 million prime lambs were processed in the first six months of the year, 9% down year-on-year and 6% below 2022 levels

A switch from commercial to pedigree has given a family on the Welsh borders fresh enthusiasm to progress their beef system. Ellie Layton finds out more

Interim results from a collaborative project to analyse carbon footprint data from UK beef and sheep farms were outlined at a recent webinar organised by food processor, ABP Food Group. The wide variation within the range of figures indicated significant potential for improvement according to Prof Jude Capper, who analysed the results

A young Welsh shearer has poured blood, sweat and tears to become a new British record holder.

The Trumper family have been involved in the Jacob breed for almost 40 years, but over the last 10 years they have increased flock size and have enjoyed success at shows and sales. Ellie Layton finds out more.

A move to poultry proves key for young farmer in transforming family farm, with laying hens now at the core of the business. Sarah Todd reports.

Working conditions, working hours and a health and safety culture are the foundations to addressing the labour challenge across pig and poultry sectors

Feed contamination by mycotoxins is a growing and major challenge facing pig and poultry producers

There have been some recent personnel changes at the British Limousin Cattle Society, notably the chief executive and chair

Maedi visna poses a significant threat to sheep health and productivity in the UK and throughout most of the world