Sheep
Spring lambs led the way in 2023 as the sheep category with the highest number killed, but it was significantly behind the total in 2022.
Sheep Technical
Last week’s sheep kill has shown spring lambs are still in demand from processors, as they made up most of the sheep killed in week 43.
The latest sheep kill figures from the DAFM have shown that the throughput of spring lambs has crossed one million head in 2023.
While lambing replacement ewes at one year old is a common practice in many flocks, some farmers prefer to first lamb replacements at two years of age.
Latest sheep kill figures from DAFM have shown that 50,178 spring lambs slaughtered made up 85% of throughput in week 36.
Free stockram genotyping will be made available to 17 hill groups after positive responses were received by hill breeding groups.
The DAFM has further updated its Sheep Improvement Scheme (SIS) frequently asked questions (FAQ's) document.
Much talk continues to circle around the SIS with farm organisations picking out holes in it, while farmers wonder and raise questions.
Much talk has centred around the genotyped ram action that must be carried out in the upcoming Sheep Improvement Scheme (SIS).
Any ram that is going to be turned out this breeding season needs to be given a ‘full NCT’ to ensure that he is in good working order.
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With the breeding season at an end for many mid-season lambing flocks, it's important to not neglect rams.
With the breeding period in the latter stages for many mid-season flocks, the importance of continually monitoring ewes closely is crucial.
With the breeding season in full swing, many farmers will be hoping for positive results when the time comes to scan their ewes.
For some, the breeding season has already kickstarted, while for others, ram turnout is just around the corner.
With a host of breeding sales set to take place over the coming months, attention will quickly turn to buying in replacement rams.
There are a number of advantages with regard to buying replacement rams early that farmers should keep in mind.
Breeding has commenced for many March-lambing flocks and farmers are hoping that the 2018 breeding season will be a success.
Sheep Ireland €uroStar Multi-Breed Ram Sale has grown from strength to strength and it’s now the largest one-day ram sale in Ireland.
Although the breeding season may be far from the minds of many sheep farmers, now is an opportune time to conduct your ram's annual 'NCT'.
Taking inspiration from the Logie Durno ram sale in Scotland, a group of breeders have come together to develop a sale of grass-fed rams.
Ferguson's farm is quite unique, as it's also home to an award-winning flock of Charollais sheep.
