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In this weeks podcast, supported by Virbac, FG's Ellie Layton is joined by industry experts to discuss all things bluetongue after all restrictions were lifted on November 10

Group argues more time is needed to assess existing populations and their impact on farm animals

Efforts to tackle the wildfire at Langdale Moor continue into its fourth week as questions arise around policy and land management

This week's opinion from throughout the world of agriculture: Phil Stocker - chief executive of the National Sheep Association

A solid commercial trade was seen at the NSA Wales and Border early ram sale, despite the different format with selling split over two days to help farmers navigate bluetongue restrictions on both sides of the border

Welsh farmers have already been counting the losses in trade due to bluetongue restrictions, but the sector will have to wait another two weeks before they can potentially take vaccinated livestock to one of eight eligible markets in England

Former vice-president of the Royal Highland Show and well-known pedigree livestock breeder, Maimie Paterson has died, aged 77

The National Sheep Association (NSA) said the Government should specifically incorporate climate change resilience into developing agricultural policy, strategies and schemes, admitting that policymakers are faced with a challenging task

Farmers have been forced to sell early to reduce dry matter demand on the farm

Auctioneer at Hawes Auction Mart, Ian Atkinson discusses this year's autumn sheep sales