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Fourth-generation shepherd secures Welsh livestock champion title
A Powys farmer known for exceptional stock and relentless drive has won Wales’ top livestock honour for 2025, issued to celebrated commitment, skill…
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Raid on remote farm as 126 breeding ewes stolen in Powys
Police are investigating the large-scale theft of 126 breeding ewes from remote farmland near Dolau, Powys, in what officers believe was a…
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New season, new recruits: Lambing List returns amid labour crunch
A fresh wave of support for both sheep farmers and young entrants to agriculture has been launched as the National Sheep Association (NSA) reopens…
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Traditional autumn fluke treatments 'too early' this year, experts say
Farmers are being warned not to “treat too early” this autumn, as experts say liver fluke levels are running later than usual and routine dosing…
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Game-changer sheep dip disposal solution moves closer to reality
A potential game-changer for sheep welfare and environmental protection is underway, as industry partners join forces to tackle the UK’s escalating…
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Wool prices hit nine-year high as British Wool reports sector revival
British Wool says confidence is returning to the UK wool sector after prices climbed to their highest level in nearly a decade, as the organisation…
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Welsh farmers asked to 'Donate a Lamb' to help change young lives
Farmers across Mid and North West Wales are being encouraged to become “game changers” by donating a lamb to help fund an award-winning project…
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Bluetongue relief as England and Wales unite under single restricted zone
A major boost for farming businesses and livestock markets has been announced, with England and Wales now operating under one bluetongue zone to…
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Sheep sector calls for pause on sea eagle reintroductions
Sheep farmers have urged caution over plans to reintroduce more white-tailed sea eagles in England, warning that new releases risk outpacing the…
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Early testing drive launched to help farmers prevent costly lambing losses
MSD Animal Health has brought forward its 2026 FlockCheck diagnostic scheme, giving sheep farmers a head start in tackling the leading causes of…
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