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Scientists discover reason why lambs are born in springtime
Scientists have discovered the reason why lambs are born in springtime - because flocks of sheep get frisky on long, dark winter nights. A study, led…
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Manx Farmers Union issues plea after dog kills four sheep and leaves lamb orphaned on Isle of Man
Four sheep have been killed and a lamb orphaned after being attacked by a dog on a farm in the Isle of Man. Police said it is the third year in a row…
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Retailers accused of talking up support for British farmers whilst importing foreign meat
The leader of Britain's sheep farmers has called on retailers to back the British economy by supporting home-grown lamb. Phil Stocker, chief…
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Welsh produce looks to gain access to lucrative German food sector worth €73bn
The Welsh meat sector is looking for a slice of the German food market, which is worth a huge €73.6 billion. In a country famed for its love of all…
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Farmers set to benefit from a £15m boost to lamb exports as UK opens up trade to Kuwait
Farming Minister George Eustice has confirmed a £15 million boost for UK lamb exports, which will re-open a trade route set to benefit UK farmers and…
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15 sheep killed due to loose dog on East Sussex farm
A farmer has urged dog walkers to keep control of their animals after 15 of his sheep were violently killed at an East Sussex farm this morning…
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Farming Connect: The effect of alternative bedding materials on sheep behaviour and welfare
Choice of bedding is important in animal housing to ensure that animals are kept clean and dry, says Dr Ruth Wonfor from the Institute of Biological…
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Lincolnshire farmer may be disqualified after 40 of his sheep found to be infested with maggots
A Lincolnshire farmer who kept 40 sheep that were found infested with maggots due to fly strike now risks being disqualified from keeping them…
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Five stolen pregnant ewes found in back of a Transit van after failing to stop
Five stolen sheep have been returned to their owner after they were found in the back of a Transit van which failed to stop for the police. The…
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Livestock worrying at seven-year high in Scotland, figures show
Livestock-worrying in Scotland has hit a seven-year high following a sharp rise in the number of reported cases, according to NFU Scotland. The…
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