The last of the £3000 sales came for a shearling from Jimmy Douglas’ Clola flock from Woodhead of Cairness, Fraserburgh. A son of Piperhall Eyecatcher and out of a home-bred ewe, he was bought by John ...
A select number of North Country Cheviot shearling rams were led by entries from Roderick Runciman, son Lewis and daughter Libby of Allanshaws, Gallashiels who achieved a centre record price of £6000 ...
UK farming unions say upland farming is vital for food security, rural communities and environmental management across the UK.
A brief spell of settled weather could provide the ideal opportunity to apply lime and improve soil conditions ahead of the season.
More than 130,000 Scottish cattle, sheep and goats are fully vaccinated against BTV-3, with uptake uneven across Scotland and a Restricted Zone ...
Archie and John MacGregor's Allanfauld flock enjoyed a memorable day at Kelso as Allanfauld Iceberg sold for £45,000.
FOR parents, ensuring their children’s school days are happy and fulfilling is always a priority so for those considering an independent school ...
West Region Young Farmers enjoyed bowling, hockey and stockjudging events, with members competing across the summer.
Scotland’s proposed food price cap aims to cut household costs, but farmers and food producers warn it could simply shift pressure down the ...
A new independent dairy consultancy has been launched by six experienced specialists from across the sector. TIDE aims to provide practical, ...
A DAIRY farmer died in a vain attempt to save his son who became unresponsive after climbing into a slurry tank in Aston by Budworth. Alan Ford, of Pickmere, climbed into the tank to rescue his ...
Good cattle housing can boost welfare, reduce disease and improve productivity through winter with better ventilation and bedding.