Lamb

10 September 2018

More than 15 million sheep graze on England’s green and pleasant lands and as Love Lamb Week begins, data has revealed the areas and counties in which most flocks are based.

18 September 2018

28 November 2023

The conserved forage requirements and stocks calculator can be used to calculate feed demand by entering livestock numbers and available feed supply.

17 August 2018

Despite additional hectares of straw being made available by cereal growers, there is still likely to be a shortage due to lower yields and an increased requirement for feeding. This factsheet explains the importance of assessing your straw needs and planning for any deficit.

15 August 2018

This year the weather has reached highs and lows, both in terms of temperature and rainfall

8 August 2018

This article by our Market Intelligence team looks into the impact of the heatwave on ewe feed usage.

7 August 2018

Lamb producers must pull together to change tradition and put lamb back on plates all year round

6 August 2018

Sheep breeders looking to produce lambs that meet target specification now have access to two new manuals from AHDB

6 August 2018

Sheep breeders looking to produce lambs that meet target specification now have access to two new manuals from AHDB

3 June 2019

Becoming the best sheep industry for health and welfare is the focus of the Sheep Health and Welfare Group (SHAWG) conference this November

3 June 2019

With farmers facing significant livestock losses from liver fluke, AHDB Beef & Lamb and Moredun Research Institute are acting to help improve understanding and develop effective control methods.

26 May 2020

With most of the country recently experiencing dry and warm conditions, it’s important to consider the affect heat can have on livestock. We’ve pulled together our top tips for cattle and sheep to prevent heat stress.