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Ewe nutrition remains critical during early stages of pregnancy
Ensuring adequate levels of energy and protein important to foetal development in early days post-tupping says Dr Alison Bond, nutritionist…
Sheep
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How to body condition score ewes ahead of tupping
As tupping time approaches, sheep farmers can optimise their flock performance using body condition scoring (BCS), says Emily Hall, technical…
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Increase in number of performance-recorded rams sold
With the ram sale season underway, the hill sheep sector has seen an increase in the number of performance-recorded hill…
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Spotlight shines on Aberfield’s for ‘Great from Grass’ 10th anniversary sale at Fearn
Innovative livestock farmers, the Scott family of Fearn Farm, Ross-Shire, are set to hold their annual “Great from Grass” breeding…
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Sheep milk study points to important link between SCC and cheese yield
Sheep milk producers supplying the cheese market could increase the overall cheese yield potential of their flock by carrying ewes…
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Welsh Lamb Stars at London Sustainable Food Festival
Popular Welsh barbecue guru Chris Roberts has joined a top team of chefs at a food festival designed to promote…
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Border Leicester’s Celebrate 125 Year Legacy
The Border Leicester Sheep Society is set to mark 125 years of this versatile breed, by hosting an innovative National…
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The Best of British Pedigree Beltex Stock Up for Grabs
Beltex sheep breeders have been offered a rare opportunity to get their hands on some of the finest pedigree Beltex…
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Prepare for the Threat of Coccidiosis in Spring Born Calves and Lambs
Sheep and beef producers are being encouraged to be on the lookout for coccidiosis in spring born calves and lambs…
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Shepherding change
A scientist from Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC), who started her working life as a shepherdess, has received a prestigious award from the European Federation…