Sheep

Ahead of tupping season, sheep farmers are being reminded of the economic and welfare risks that abortion poses to the flock. Ellie Layton reports.

A young farmer is breathing a new lease of life into the family farm following a change of breed to North Country Cheviots. Ellie Layton reports.

Implementation of five-point sheep lameness plan improves flock health and welfare

Whether or not to tup hoggs can be a tricky decision especially when the focus is on growing your flock. SAC sheep specialist Poppy Frater offers some advice

Lamb prices are 93p/kg above last year's figures

Charles Sercombe has died following a cancer diagnosis

Nick Greaves successfully set a new 8-hour World Lamb Shearing Record

A passion for Blackface sheep has helped Richard Carruthers build a thriving livestock business on a Buccleuch Estate farm. Lynsey Clark reports

A Shropshire-based breeder started his journey with the Beltex breed by using it for commercial purposes, but over recent years has developed his stock into a successful pedigree flock. Ellie Layton reports.

Shearing experts stressed the value of overseas shearers for the UK flock.