N.Ireland
Discussions on bespoke NI sheep support package to continue
Discussions aimed at delivering a bespoke sheep support package for sheep farmers in Northern Ireland are to continue over the...
Sheep NI
N.Ireland
Sheep NI will ‘particularly suit’ visitors from Co. Donegal – NSA
Large numbers of visitors from Donegal are expected to attend the upcoming Sheep NI event, taking place in Co. Derry,...
Grass
Soil compaction is a constant challenge on grassland farms
Even moderate levels of soil compaction can reduce grassland output levels by 20%, according to Alex Higgins, from the Agri-Food...
Grass
Grass and herb mixes hold particular promise for sheep farmers
Ongoing research at University College Dublin (UCD) is pointing to the very real benefits of including a range of grasses,...
Sheep
Who knew, but sheep prefer to move anti-clockwise!
Sheep have a natural inclination to move in an anti-clockwise direction, according to Animal Management Specialist Miriam Parker. “Flock owners...