Sheep2 days agoPolice investigating after 11 sheep found deadOfficers say it was a "possible incident of sheep worrying" after an "attack by an unknown animal".2 days ago8 Jan 2026Some financial support for farmers in bluetongue zoneThe agriculture minister has ordered that laboratory costs will be met by the department for a limited time.8 Jan 20262 Jan 2026Woman charged after 35 sheep killed in dog attackA 65-year-old is charged with being in charge of a dog dangerously out of control causing injury.2 Jan 202627 Dec 2025India's first gene-edited sheep just turned one. How's it doing?Born on 16 December last year in Indian-administered Kashmir, the sheep has been named Tarmeem.27 Dec 202517 Dec 2025Rare sheep grazing trial hopes to boost wildlifeMaidstone Borough Council says the trial offers a sustainable alternative to traditional mowing.17 Dec 202514 Dec 2025The shepherd who had a haunting vision on the DownsReports say Fred Fowler saw something other-worldly while tending his flock on Firle Beacon.14 Dec 202512 Dec 2025Bluetongue restrictions on livestock market to be relaxedThe market will be able to accept livestock from outside the temporary control zone from 16 December.12 Dec 20259 Dec 2025Bluetongue restriction relief for some farmersSome animal movements will be permitted from farms outside the temporary control zones.9 Dec 202530 Nov 2025Bluetongue virus 'a matter of significant concern'A temporary control zone is in place as vets investigate the suspected presence of the disease in two cows at a holding near Bangor, County Down.30 Nov 2025...
