Sheep

A strong crowd turned out to enjoy this year’s NSA Scotsheep where there was an air of positivity and optimism as visitors enjoyed a long-overdue get together. Hannah Park and Ewan Pate report.

Supermarket chain Morrisons has launched a support programme for beef and lamb farmers to help them reach net zero by 2030.

The Oakchurch flock of pedigree Charollais was dispersed on-farm at Staunton on Wye, on behalf of Jeremy and Ala Price, topping at 6,000gns.

Higher prices for sheep and cattle have provided a boost for carcase conformation as a strong trade continues to offer some respite for farmers from rising input costs, according to Hybu Cig Cymru (HCC).

Dutch Spotted sheep are a relatively new breed to the UK but are increasing in popularity. Ellie Layton speaks to Tom and Louise Nash who set up a pedigree flock four years ago.

Trials to assess the tenderness of Welsh Lamb are hoped to secure the reputation of the country’s popular product. 

This year the Bluefaced Leicester Sheep Breeders’ Association celebrates its 60th anniversary and the Burndale flock was one of the first to be registered.

A dog has fallen to its death after chasing sheep over a quarry edge. 

A new, vet authored Livestock Vaccination Guideline has been launched by the National Office of Animal Health (NOAH).

Preparations are in full swing at Over Finlarg Farm, near Dundee, as husband and wife farming duo Robert and Hazel McNee get ready to host NSA Scotsheep in less than two weeks’ time.