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Deadline approaching for Hill Ram Scheme
The deadline to register interest for an innovative sheep genetic improvement scheme is fast approaching. Welsh hill farmers have until…
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Lamb milk needs a good mix
Sheep farmers are encouraged to ‘gem up’ on mixing lamb milk replacer to make sure they get the very best…
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Lamb losses from birth to weaning preventable with correct ewe and lamb management
Correct management of pregnant ewes will reduce the number of lamb mortalities from birth to weaning. Lamb losses post-lambing can…
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Shepherds urged to feed more good quality colostrum
Shepherds are being urged to feed newborn surplus lambs more good quality colostrum during the crucial first 24 hours of…
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New Year, New Scholarship Association Chair
Hybu Cig Cymru – Meat Promotion Wales (HCC) has announced that a new scholar will be assuming to role of…
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UK sheep farmers keen to learn more about the benefits of flock vaccination against orf
UK sheep farmers take a keen interest in orf control and want more information on the benefits of flock vaccination…
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Preparing for Lambing
Farming Connect have organised ‘Preparing for Lambing’ events with well-known sheep specialist, John Vipond. Following favourable weather conditions over the…
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Signet database heralds a new era for sheep industry
Sheep producers are set to benefit from a new online tool which makes it easier to find the right ram…
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Young sheep farmers will hear about becoming the best
Two ambitious young farmers from Wales will attend the cross-industry biannual Sheep Breeders Round Table in November which will focus…
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Reduce lamb losses by thorough use of disinfectant
The majority of lamb deaths happen within 48 hours of birth and each loss has been calculated to cost the…