21/11/2011

The humble Border Collie is in demand across the world. The most successful British dogs can achieve prices of around 10,000 pounds - not counting the stud fees. Angela Frain visits former World Champion Aled Owen on his farm in North Wales to see what traits you need for the perfect working dog.

Also, the RSPCA says the Food Standards Agency should stop delaying a decision to make CCTV compulsory in all abattoirs. The charity say the move is important as it would help to safeguard good practise and welfare. The FSA, however has announced it needs more information on the benefits before it would implement a rule for all businesses. It currently encourage slaughterhouses to adopt the practice.

And the environmental charity 'FWAG', the Farming and Wildlife Advisory Group has gone into administration. The national organisation has worked with thousands of farmers to help boost conservation schemes on their farms. It's thought a reduction in the number of farmers applying for stewardship grants could be part of the reason for its demise. It is hoped that smaller local groups might pick up where FWAG left off in the future.

Presenter: Charlotte Smith; Producer: Angela Frain.