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Northern Ireland
Vet warns spring calvers about Schmallenberg risk
Peter McCann
Early lambing sheep flocks across Northern Ireland experienced a sharp rise in abortions and malformations due to the virus.
18 January 2025 Management
Keeping pregnant ewe lambs ticking along nicely
Research has shown that for pregnant ewe lambs to have the best chance of rearing a lamb, they should be gaining in the region of 80g liveweight during early and mid-pregnancy.
15 January 2025 Northern Ireland
Schmallenberg hits early lambers in NI
Early lambing flocks and spring calving herds are particularly vulnerable as the susceptible gestation periods coincide with peak midge activity.
Sheep Management: feeding ewes, fodder supplies and organic feed
With sheep representing a much higher value, feeding programmes that reduce mortality will deliver an even greater return on your investment.
8 January 2025 Management
'Choose the contraception method that’s right for you'
With so many birth control options available, doing your research and choosing the method that best suits your needs is important, writes Margaret Hawkins.
27 November 2024 Health