A new survey aims to improve flock health and nutrition in European sheep
12th May 2020
A European sheep network is calling on farmers and others in the industry to share their challenges and needs in a bid to improve flock health, nutrition and management practices.
NSA responds to British Wool’s statement
6th May 2020
As the shearing season is about to get into full swing the National Sheep Association (NSA) is pleased to get clarity from British Wool that wool collections and deliveries into depots will continue as usual.
US negotiations offer new routes for UK sheepmeat
5th May 2020
The National Sheep Association (NSA) is welcoming the news UK/US trade discussions are due to commence following disruptions caused by Covid-19.
NSA launches shearing list to complement industry efforts for 2020 season
4th May 2020
As the approaching shearing season looks set to face challenges with a potential reduction in workforce due to Covid-19 travel restrictions, the National Sheep Association (NSA) has launched its new service aiming to link farmers with individual shearers in their area.
Cheesemaker supports sheep farmers hit by lockdown
3rd May 2020
North Yorkshire cheesemaker Shepherds Purse has fast-tracked the launch of its new feta-style cheese, to help support sheep milk farmers that are affected by the Covid-19 pandemic.
New Shearing Checklist for Shearers and Farmers during Covid-19
21st April 2020
It will not be business as usual this year due to the Covid-19 pandemic and everyone must be extra vigilant to keep safe, whilst ensuring that animal welfare is protected.
Match-making service launches for shearers and contractors
1st April 2020
Industry groups are working together to ensure that shearing can go ahead this season, as Covid-19 makes it unlikely that the usual influx of overseas shearers will be able to make it to the UK.
Viral tweet from farmer at breaking point is met with global support
20th February 2020
Unaware that her post would soon create a media storm, 20-year-old Ffion Hooson of Denbighshire, Wales, wrote a heart-felt plea on Twitter regarding her on-going struggles with farming.
Jeremy Clarkson tries to use barking drone to herd sheep
12th December 2019
New farmer Jeremy Clarkson has revealed he doesn’t have a sheepdog and instead tried to herd his sheep using a drone with a speaker attached to the top.
