Keeping it simple with lamb adoption

Putting preperations in place ahead of the busy lambing period can save on time and stress. O'Donovan Engineering is targeting its lamb adoption gate for easier fostering of lambs. Read Darren Carty's report here.

Options for identifying newborn lambs

The most accurate way of selcting the best performing breeding animals is where birth information and animal performance data can be combined. Recording data at birth is central to this occuring and Cormac Tagging have introduced a number of tagging options for lamb identification. Read Darren Carty's report here.

A lifetime of experience but nature can still change everything

Experience has shown us the impact weather can have on determining the success of our farming enterprises. Antrim farmer John Blaney recalls last years snow storms and discusses his Swaledale flock. Read Darren Carty's interview here.

322 ewes give birth to more than 700 lambs

In April, lambing was drawing to a close on many mid-season flocks, with performance reported as positive. For Offaly farmer Ken Matthews, performance was exceptional with over 700 lambs born from 322 ewes. Read Darren Carty's report here.

The creep feed dilemma

Grass supplies are variable with many flock owners remaining tight on grass. For some, creep feeding represents an opportunity. Read Darren Carty's report here.

Marginal decline in 2013 breeding ewe flock

In May, Darren Carty reported that growth in breeding ewe flock in 2013 halted following a marginal decline of 15,271 breeding ewes. Read Darren Carty's report here.

Sheep handling made easier

Darren Carty profiled start up sheep handling units on show at the world sheep shearing in Gore, along with new equipment and top tips from manufacturers and exhibitors. Read Darren Carty's report here.

Converting a slatted shed to sheep housing

Leitrim farmer John O'Connell is making maximum use of available facilities and converting his slatted cattle shed to house sheep over the winter. Read Darren Carty's report here.

Selecting the right ewe for you

Discussions about breed type often end up arguing the merits of one breed versus another. Your breeding policy should concentrate on the breed that works best for you, writes Darren Carty. Read Darren's report here.

Selecting the most suitable lambs for slaughter

Darren Carty reports from the Offaly Lamb Producer Group / ICM "live to dead" lamb selection event with EBLEX specialist Steve Powdrill.Read Darren's report here.