Texel

Police issue warning as gangs target pregnant ewes and newborn lambs

Whether or not to tup hoggs can be a tricky decision especially when the focus is on growing your flock. SAC sheep specialist Poppy Frater offers some advice

A ringside round-up from Llandeilo show, which hosted the area shows for the local Texel , Lleyn and Suffolk breeders clubs.

The inaugural NSA Wales and Border Early ram sale to be held at Brecon market following a move from the Royal Welsh showground proved popular, with Texels topping at 2,000gns twice and a record clearance of 88%. Ellie Layton reports.

A Shropshire-based breeder started his journey with the Beltex breed by using it for commercial purposes, but over recent years has developed his stock into a successful pedigree flock. Ellie Layton reports.

The Texel Sheep Society has introduced routine genomic evaluations to better support breeders and increase genetic gain in the breed

Hard work and a keen eye for stock has resulted in a herd and farm fit for the future for Rob Pierce and family

Continental sheep reigned supreme while the Longhorn took the overall beef championship at this year's Hope Show. Chloe Palmer reports.

A move from set stocking to rotational grazing during winter months and the use of herbal leys to finish lambs, means grassland now works harder for Alan Cowan. Wendy Short reports

Inter-breed beef champion at the Royal Cheshire Show was Dinmore Perfection from Paul Dawes, Hereford