Sheep News

While roundworm activity so far this season has been relatively low, recent temperature increase means this could change quickly on many farms.

The British farming community has criticised Morrisons for dropping its pledge to source only British lamb. 

Action is needed now to prevent blowfly strike as red alerts are being sent to farmers across the South, Midlands and Eastern UK.

Police have ordered a dog owner to pay £300 and issued a conditional caution after their loose dog killed a lamb.

A study done on worm egg counts in lambs from the last five years has revealed yearly changes in the risk period. It also serves as a warning to all farmers to take regular faecal egg count tests to help prevent unnecessary losses.

Five rare European mouflon lambs have recently been born at the New Forest Wildlife Park. 

All UK nations except Northern Ireland have seen a fall in the number of sheep and lambs, with Wales seeing the largest drop, likely due to increasing costs.

The Royal Bath & West Show, which has hosted many national events, is getting ready for the Southdown Sheep Society National Show in May.

Three lambs were found dead and a pregnant ewe had to be euthanised following a suspected dog attack in Stirling, Scotland.

The Sustainable Control of Parasites in Sheep (SCOPS) group has released the latest version of its popular ‘Know Your Anthelmintics Groups’ guide. The tool is a free and widely-used resource in the sheep sector.

Originating from Exmoor National Park, the hardy Exmoor Horn sheep breed is an ideal grazer for marginal and wildlife-rich grassland – securing its place as an important part of future farming businesses. Not only that, but it’s also valued for its high-quality fleece and meat. We spoke to the breeders’ society to find out more.

Jacob sheep offer a range of advantages, including their hardiness, ease of lambing, good temperament and good flavour – which can command a premium price. Farmers Guide spoke to the Jacob Sheep Society to find out more about the breed.