Sheep farming8 days agoFarmers grieving over bluetongue urged to talk Bluetongue has hit farmers hard and they have dreaded seeing the impact on their livestock.8 days ago28 Aug 2026GPS collars making shepherds' lives 'much easier'Brothers Josh and Ben Voak are using a GPS technology featured on the TV show Clarkson's Farm.28 Aug 202627 Aug 2026Deadly virus found in Wiltshire as vaccines neededTwo cases of bluetongue are confirmed in Wiltshire as vets struggle to get hold of vital medicines.27 Aug 202627 Aug 2026Bluetongue fears 'on par with foot and mouth'650 cases have been confirmed across the UK, with a further 2,460 under investigation27 Aug 202622 Aug 2026Number of farms with bluetongue virus rises to eightThe news came after restrictions were introduced on the movement of animals in Dumfries and Galloway.22 Aug 202621 Aug 2026How one man and his sheepdog are heading to the world cupA County Tyrone sheepdog trainer will represent Ireland at an international competition next month.21 Aug 202621 Aug 2026Farmer has vaccinated 1,700 sheep for bluetongueDeputy chief veterinary officer says warm weather is providing perfect conditions for midges.21 Aug 202620 Aug 2026Animal movement restricted as bluetongue spreads in south ScotlandSix cases, including in Lockerbie, have been recorded in Scotland so far after a poorly lamb in Creetown caught the virus earlier this month.20 Aug 202619 Aug 2026Drought across England hits lamb sales in HighlandsThe auction in Lairg usually has a large contingent of sheep farmers from England.19 Aug 2026...
