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Lamb born in plastic ‘womb’ could help save premature babies’ lives
New research on premature lambs grown in an artificial womb may one day change the outcomes for preterm birth humans. When premature babies are born…
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Pet owners warned after dog shot dead in Aberdeenshire sheep attack
Police are warning dog owners in Aberdeenshire to keep their animals under control after two sheep were killed. Officers were called to the Bridge of…
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NFU brings upland sheep farming to Houses of Parliament
The National Farmers' Union has held an event in Westminster to stress the importance of upland farming to MPs. The NFU Uplands Forum had the chance…
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Sheep wanted to take part in RamCompare genetic project
Additional sheep farms are being sought to take part in the industry’s RamCompare project, in a drive for greater on-farm uptake of superior…
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Video: Sheep rescued from steep cliff after being chased by dog
A sheep has been dramatically rescued from a cliff face in Wales after being chased by a dog, the RSPCA has revealed. The video, filmed on the coast…
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Lamb rescued after falling 10 feet down into muddy well
A walker phoned for rescue after he found a lamb had fallen 10 feet down into a muddy well in a field in Lincolnshire. The RSPCA was alerted to the…
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Processors 'must bring more structure and profitability to lamb supply chain', UFU warns
New season lamb prices are below cost of production for the third consecutive year, with farmers in Northern Ireland demanding processors must bring…
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Welsh farmer's anguish as fox kills one lamb a day for three weeks
A Welsh sheep farmer is losing more than one lamb a day due to foxes who stalk the farm, prompting a call of action. Meirion Jones, who farms in…
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'Sheep-wise' campaign launched to educate dog walkers on sheep worrying
The devastating impact suffered by farmers and crofters is being highlighted in a new “sheep-wise” campaign warning the public against failing to…
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Marks and Spencer pledges to buy Scottish amid farmer anger over imported lamb
Major retailer Marks and Spencer has pledged to source 100 per cent Scottish lamb ahead of Easter amid growing anger over imported lamb in…
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