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British lamb takes centre stage after tough year for producers
British sheep farmers are heading into Love Lamb Week after one of the toughest summers in years, with drought, bluetongue and a shrinking national…
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Drought and bluetongue raise tupping risks for sheep farmers
Sheep farmers have only a narrow window to correct ewe condition before tupping, with drought, poor grass growth and bluetongue increasing the risk…
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Bluetongue cases hit 670 as farmers urged to take industry survey
Bluetongue cases have climbed to 670 across the UK this season, prompting fresh calls for farmers to remain vigilant and share the disease’s impact…
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Scotch red meat campaign aims to reach four in five Scottish adults
Quality Meat Scotland is launching a major autumn campaign aimed at reaching 80% of Scottish adults and boosting demand for Scotch Beef, Scotch Lamb…
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APHA expands bluetongue testing as UK cases hit 630
Bluetongue testing has been stepped up at APHA’s Weybridge laboratories as authorities respond to growing demand during the current outbreak. The…
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Guidance for the Livestock Information Service for sheep
Keeping accurate sheep movement records is a legal requirement, but the Livestock Information Service can also make the process quicker and easier…
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Buying breeding stock? Make your sheep movement reporting easier
Did you know that when you’re buying breeding stock at market this season, you can use the Livestock Information Service (LIS) to report sheep…
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Sheep farmers urged to help avert 2027 bluetongue vaccine shortage
Sheep farmers are being urged to declare their 2027 bluetongue vaccine needs now in a bid to prevent another supply crunch next spring. The National…
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New app could help farmers worm fewer lambs
A new farm trial is testing whether sheep farmers can worm fewer lambs without compromising growth, welfare or flock performance. The two-season…
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NI remains bluetongue-free as GB cases near 600
Northern Ireland farmers are being urged to stay vigilant as BTV-3 cases across the UK rise to 593, although no cases have yet been confirmed in the…
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