N.Ireland
‘Weaker demand’ in latest British Wool auction
British Wool experienced “weaker demand for its product” at a recent auction, which saw 30% of the wool offered at...
Sheep
N.Ireland
Scarcity of skilled shearers poses challenge for Australian lamb
The scarcity of skilled shearers in today’s market landscape is currently posing challenges in the Australian lamb trade. According to...
Sheep
NSA Scot Sheep 2024 to feature 'extensive' trade stand area
The National Sheep Association (NSA) has said that its biennial Scot Sheep 2024 event will feature an “extensive” trade stand...
Agri-Business
Consumers’ interest in meat-free products is declining- AHDB
Meat and dairy products were a “hit” with consumers in January, according to Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB). Red...
Sheep
Pregnant ewe put down after suspected dog attack
A farmer has appealed to people to keep their dogs on leads after a pregnant ewe had to be put...
Sheep
Scottish Texel breeder wins award for his contribution to the breed
A Scottish Texel breeder has won an award recognising his “outstanding contribution” to the sheep breed. Solway and Tyne Club...
Agri-Business
NSA to host practical webinar on sheep worrying
The National Sheep Association (NSA) will host a practical webinar on sheep worrying during its Sheep Worrying by Dogs Awareness...
Rural Life
Shropshire: Police appeal for info on 2 sheep attacks
West Mercia Police is appealing for information after sheep were killed on two different farms in Claverley, Shropshire. The first...
Sheep
NSA seeks female shepherd for World Young Shepherds Challenge
The National Sheep Association (NSA) is seeking a young female shepherd to represent the UK at the World Young Shepherds...
Sheep
HCC: Nutritional value of meat should be considered with carbon footprints
The nutritional value of meat must be considered when comparing carbon footprints, according to Hybu Cig Cymru – Meat Promotion...
N.Ireland
UK lamb sales at Easter predicted to be ‘epic’
The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) has predicted that lamb sales during Easter in the UK will be “epic”...
N.Ireland
Sheep scab is becoming a ‘greater problem’ – AHWNI
Animal Health and Welfare NI (AHWNI) has released a report detailing the results of a Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research...
Agri-Business
HCC celebrates women in red meat production ahead of Women's Day
Ahead of International Women’s Day this Friday (March 8), Hybu Cig Cymru – Meat Promotion Wales (HCC) has said it...
Agri-Business
UK red meat exporters to join AHDB for Annual Meat Conference in Texas
Four beef and lamb exporters from across the UK will join the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) at the...
Sheep
SCOPS risk forecast to help sheep producers with disease variation
The Sustainable Control of Parasites in Sheep (SCOPS) group has launched its nematodirus forecast with the aim of helping producers...
Sheep
UK sheepmeat imports from NZ and Australia total 37,900t in 2023
In 2023, UK sheepmeat imports totalled 37,900t from New Zealand (NZ) and Australia. According to the Agriculture and Horticulture Development...
N.Ireland
Heavy snow in Fermanagh halts agri activity
Heavy snow hit all of Co. Fermanagh overnight with many farmers unable to get out of their lanes until mid-morning....
Agri-Business
Mole Valley Farmers launches specialist red meat team
Mole Valley Farmers has formed a specialist red meat team with the aim of helping beef and sheep producers in...
