Breeding sheep

Breeding ewe numbers up 26,800 head

The results of the Department of Agriculture’s annual sheep and goat census has defied expectations with the number of other sheep standing at over 72,000 head higher on 31 December 2025.

NEWS 22 April 2026

Breeding ewe numbers up 26,800 head

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Frequently asked questions in the NSWS

Frequently asked questions in the NSWS

NEWS 8 April 2026

In-lamb ewes sell to £280 in Ballymena

In-lamb ewes sell to £280 in Ballymena

NORTHERN IRELAND 25 February 2026

Programme announced for Teagasc hill sheep conference

Programme announced for Teagasc hill sheep conference

Programme announced for Teagasc hill sheep conference

NEWS 6 February 2026

My Farming Week: Tom Cox, Strokestown, Co Roscommon

My Farming Week: Tom Cox, Strokestown, Co Roscommon

My Farming Week: Tom Cox, Strokestown, Co Roscommon

NEWS 28 January 2026

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Camera at the Mart: breeding sheep keenly sought in Clogher

Camera at the Mart: breeding sheep keenly sought in Clogher

Young ewes scanned in-lamb met keen demand at Clogher Valley's sale on 30 January, with 2,000 sheep being sold.

MARKETS 10 September 2025

Sheep Management: inspection ready, reference numbers and pneumonia

Sheep Management: inspection ready, reference numbers and pneumonia

It is a good opportunity over longer evenings to take some time to ensure animal identification records are up to speed.

MANAGEMENT 10 September 2025

Weaning plans on Tullamore Farm

Weaning plans on Tullamore Farm

Shaun Diver has the latest update of what’s been happening on Tullamore Farm.

BREEDING & HEALTH 10 September 2025

Tullamore Farm: rams getting ready for busy few weeks

Tullamore Farm: rams getting ready for busy few weeks

Shaun Diver has the latest update of what’s been happening on Tullamore Farm.

MANAGEMENT 10 September 2025

Camera at the Mart: good clearance at Macroom breeding sale

Camera at the Mart: good clearance at Macroom breeding sale

The recent addition of evening sheep breeding sales to Macroom Mart's autumn schedule is proving popular with both buyers and sellers. Tommy Moyles reports from the final sale of the season.

MARKETS 10 September 2025

Phenomenal demand for Cheviot sheep

Phenomenal demand for Cheviot sheep

Demand outstripped supplies in three sales held in Blessington, Cooley Peninsula and Donegal, with prices hitting over €400/head on numerous occasions

MARKETS 10 September 2025

Greyface ewe lambs sell to £370 at Aghanloo

Greyface ewe lambs sell to £370 at Aghanloo

The recent dip in fat lamb prices seems to have had no impact on the breeding sheep trade.

NORTHERN IRELAND 10 September 2025

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