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Work on Northern Forest could be 'dampened' amid lynx proposals
The sheep industry is warning that calls to help lead work on the Northern Forest proposal could be dampened amid the awaited decision on proposals…
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Three pregnant sheep die in suspected dog attack in southern Scotland
Three pregnant sheep have died and one left with serious injuries after a case of livestock worrying in southern Scotland. Police Scotland officers…
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Farming union criticises banning of live exports as 'completely unworkable'
Banning the live exports of farm animals would be "completely unworkable" for the farming industry, according to a union. The Ulster Farmers' Union…
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Health benefits of red meat and dairy needs highlighting to sell more, research says
More beef, lamb and dairy products would be sold if a brighter spotlight was shone on their health benefits, according to new research. The consumer…
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'I had no choice': Farmer shoots two dogs dead to protect sheep
The issue of livestock worrying has surfaced again after a farmer had to shoot two dogs dead that were attacking his sheep. Greater Manchester farmer…
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National Sheep Association appoints north Devon sheep farmer as Chairman
The National Sheep Association has announced north Devon sheep farmer Bryan Griffiths as its new Chairman. Mr Griffiths was elected at an association…
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Video: Sheep stranded on cliff edge for one week rescued
Rescuers had to abseil 25-metres down a Swansea cliff edge to save a stranded sheep, with the dramatic rescue caught on camera. RSPCA officers were…
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Farmers to promote 'liquid gold' properties of colostrum in new antibiotic campaign
British farmers are using February to promote the "liquid gold" properties of colostrum in reducing the need for antibiotics in livestock and…
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Dog attacks sheep for up to 40 seconds leaving it 'motionless'
Police Officers are appealing for information after an incident of sheep worrying left a sheep "motionless on the floor". At around 1.10pm on Sunday…
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Smart device can automatically detect sheep lameness
A new smart wearable device that can automatically detect lameness in sheep is being developed by veterinary researchers and technology experts…
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