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It is 30 years since the Zwartbles Sheep Association was first established in the UK – and with 12 flocks on the books in 1995, compared to 526 today, it is clear that the love for this big, bright, black-and-white breed continues to grow

Two leading names in livestock health, Clear Dip and Bimeda Animal Health, have joined forces in a pioneering project to develop a safer, more sustainable method of disposing of waste sheep dip.

The Livestock Auctioneers Association said it recognised the move as a ‘positive step’ towards restoring confidence and normal trading activity across the regions

The event will bring together sheep producers, policy voices and industry experts for a day of thought-provoking discussion.

Following the breeding season, rams’ health can be neglected after they have been put to work, which can be detrimental to their longevity

Ulcerative dermatitis is a contagious condition which can be difficult to distinguish from other common issues found in sheep

One Sussex sheep farm is fine-tuning feeding strategies to maximise the potential of autumn grazing

Statistics show that in recent years there has been a boost to lamb sales in both the marts and in retail

The most recent sale saw the ‘most intense level of competition in the last decade’

The National Sheep Association has urged supermarkets to think about standards when sourcing products