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Dog attacks on sheep continue to plight farmers, campaign warns
Dog attacks on sheep continue to plight farmers across the UK, impacting both animal welfare and farmers' mental wellbeing, a new campaign warns. The…
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Texel Sheep Society introduces routine genomic evaluations
The Texel Sheep Society has introduced routine genomic evaluations to better support breeders and increase genetic gain in the breed. The adoption of…
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Vendors warned not to sell pregnant animals in prime or cull mart rings
Vendors using auction marts have been warned that the sale of pregnant animals is not allowed into the prime and cull rings following 'recent…
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Animal health experts revise popular sheep worming guide
Animal health experts have revised a popular sheep worming guide to include the latest product information and any changes to established items. The…
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Sheep scab in NI greater problem than previously thought, study warns
A new report has shown the widespread extent of sheep scab in Northern Ireland, indicating the disease is a bigger problem than previously thought…
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NI farmers told not to overbuy UK tags as new XI tags roll out
Northern Irish farmers are being told not to overbuy 'UK' livestock tags as the prefix code in the province is set to change to 'XI'. The new tags…
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New service aims to help sheep farmers tackle blowfly strike cases
A new blowfly watch service is now available for farmers as part of efforts to help the sheep sector prevent costly strike cases. The service has…
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South Downs launches renewed effort to tackle livestock worrying cases
South Downs National Park Authority has launched a new effort to urge responsible dog walking following a rise in the number of sheep attacks. With…
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Scottish islander crofters co-operate in fight against sheep scab
Crofters from the Outer Hebrides keen to control livestock disease on their island have visited Shetland to learn about an important scheme targeting…
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Religious festivals in the Muslim community to boost 2024 lamb sales
Religious festivals in the Muslim community, such as Ramadan and Eid, will likely drive UK lamb sales even further this year, new research says. In…
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