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Glenhone Galaxy sells for 12,000gns at NI ram lamb sale
A 12,000gns top call and a 91% clearance with an average rising by more than £85 for nine more sold were the hallmarks of a ram lamb trade at the…
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Sheep meat exports soar as EU market performs well in 2023
Fresh and frozen sheep meat exports from the UK performed well in the first six months of the year, recording a 14% year-on-year increase - while…
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Man convicted after dog attack killed 22 ewes and injured 48
The owner of two dogs has been convicted following a livestock attack in Wrexham that led to the death of 22 pregnant sheep and another 48 being…
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NFU launches series to battle misconceptions around UK livestock sectors
The NFU has launched a new online series aiming to help farmers explain the role of the UK's livestock sectors in a bid to battle misconceptions. The…
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British lamb in spotlight as 2023 Love Lamb Week commences
Love Lamb Week has commenced today as part of an industry initiative seeking to promote British lamb following a year of market turbulence. The…
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UK sheep exports see demand boost while pork and beef shipments fall
The value of UK sheep meat exports in the first half of 2023 have seen a boost due to EU demand and the recovery of post-pandemic markets in the…
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Sheep farmers told to reduce disease risks as breeding sales begin
Sheep farmers are being encouraged to reduce risks of disease transmission when buying in replacement stock as the breeding sales season begins. The…
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Love Lamb Week: Public encouraged to buy native breed sheep meat
A sheep sector scheme is encouraging the public to enjoy the qualities of native breed sheep meat as Love Lamb Week soon gets underway. British…
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New fund aims to help improve livestock health in Scotland
New funding to help improve the health and welfare of cattle and sheep is now available for Scottish farmers and crofters. Up to £1,250 is available…
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Applications sought for new Ruminant Health & Welfare chairperson
UK-wide farming industry group, Ruminant Health & Welfare (RH&W), is inviting applications for a new chairperson. The group, which formed in April…
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