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Everything to do with the most underrated meat in the UK and beyond, and an icon of British food and history.
The book Much Ado About Mutton by Bob Kennard tells the meat’s fascinating history, plus how and where to buy and cook it.
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The book Much Ado About Mutton by Bob Kennard tells the meat’s fascinating history, plus how and where to buy and cook it.
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NEW RESEARCH! Sustain reveals Big Ag’s widespread failure to disclose emissions.
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November 6, 2025 at 11:01 AM
NEW RESEARCH! Sustain reveals Big Ag’s widespread failure to disclose emissions.
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Apparently it's National Hug a Sheep Day. Choose wisely
October 25, 2025 at 7:29 PM
Apparently it's National Hug a Sheep Day. Choose wisely
Northumberland show has 'some of best sheep ever seen' in annual event
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Show has 'some of best sheep ever seen' in annual event
The Upper Redesdale Show took place on Saturday, celebrating the valley's agricultural heritage, food, crafts and community spirit
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October 1, 2025 at 10:27 AM
Northumberland show has 'some of best sheep ever seen' in annual event
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The iconic Manx Loaghtan sheep breed from the Isle of Man on show on the island in October
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Public invited to meet Manx loaghtan sheep at Sulby River Farm open day
It will take place on Saturday, October 4
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September 27, 2025 at 10:45 AM
The iconic Manx Loaghtan sheep breed from the Isle of Man on show on the island in October
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British Heritage Sheep (www.heritagesheep.org) is a scheme of the National Sheep Association. It aims to highlight the great variety of sheep meat available from UK Native Breeds. By identifying the meats' Age, Breed & Countryside, consumers can compare flavours.
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Sheep farmers back heritage drive to preserve native breeds
British sheep farmers are set to showcase the rich variety of native breeds this autumn, as the sector hails progress on its British Heritage Sheep project.
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August 28, 2025 at 1:49 PM
British Heritage Sheep (www.heritagesheep.org) is a scheme of the National Sheep Association. It aims to highlight the great variety of sheep meat available from UK Native Breeds. By identifying the meats' Age, Breed & Countryside, consumers can compare flavours.
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“Researchers documented enhanced wool quality with increased fiber strength and growth rates.”
Merino sheep show improved wool quality under solar arrays
1,700 sheep installed between solar panels, a surprising change observed in the animals.
In a groundbreaking study that combines renewable energy with traditional farming practices, researchers have observed remarkable changes in 1,700 sheep grazing amidst solar panels. This innovative…
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August 26, 2025 at 11:06 PM
“Researchers documented enhanced wool quality with increased fiber strength and growth rates.”
Katahdin Hair Sheep - The breed with no wool makes Katahdin easy to raise.
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Katahdin Hair Sheep
Don't want the hassle of shearing? Try Katahdin hair sheep.
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August 24, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Katahdin Hair Sheep - The breed with no wool makes Katahdin easy to raise.
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New Mexico rancher: Heritage flock is descended from lost sheep of Coronado
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New Mexico rancher: Heritage flock is descended from lost sheep of Coronado
Recent genetic research appears to support Belen rancher Donald Chavez's contention about his flock's Spanish ancestry.
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August 24, 2025 at 2:59 PM
New Mexico rancher: Heritage flock is descended from lost sheep of Coronado
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Sheep dog trials, cross country racing and a spudtacular – all at a Builth Wells show in mid-Wales
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Sheep dog trials, cross country racing and a spudtacular – all at a Builth Wells show
Sheep dog trials, cross country racing and a spudtacular were all at a Builth Wells show.
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August 24, 2025 at 2:57 PM
Sheep dog trials, cross country racing and a spudtacular – all at a Builth Wells show in mid-Wales
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Dutch spotted sheep - the breed that's making an impact at UK agricultural shows
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Dutch spotted sheep - the breed that's making an impact at shows
One imported sheep breed that has had quite an impact in the showing world in the past five years is the Dutch Spotted and Deb Metcalfe of Leighton Hall Farm, Healey near Masham will be showing the be...
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August 24, 2025 at 2:54 PM
Dutch spotted sheep - the breed that's making an impact at UK agricultural shows
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October 8 to 12 Sun Valley, Idaho transforms into the stage for one of America’s unique cultural events. The Trailing of the Sheep Festival draws visitors from across the country. Hundreds of sheep march through town, honouring the region’s ranching history
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Sun Valley’s Trailing of the Sheep Festival 2025: Hotel Ketchum Welcomes Travellers with Style, Comfort, and Sheep-Inspired Charm - Travel And Tour World
Discover Sun Valley’s Trailing of the Sheep Festival 2025 and Hotel Ketchum’s quirky sheep-themed charm, blending culture, comfort, and modern hospitality in Idaho’s mountain escape.
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August 23, 2025 at 2:33 PM
October 8 to 12 Sun Valley, Idaho transforms into the stage for one of America’s unique cultural events. The Trailing of the Sheep Festival draws visitors from across the country. Hundreds of sheep march through town, honouring the region’s ranching history
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Excitement is building in Ballymahon ahead of this Saturday's Irish Native Rare Breed Livestock Heritage show. Taking place from 12 noon to 6pm. Among the breeds on show include Dexter cattle, Kerry cattle, Shetland sheep, Irish Cob horses and some pigs.
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Excitement building in Ballymahon ahead of Irish Native Rare Breed Livestock Heritage show | Shannonside.ie
Excitement is building in Ballymahon ahead of this Saturday's Irish Native Rare Breed Livestock Heritage show.
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August 23, 2025 at 2:27 PM
Excitement is building in Ballymahon ahead of this Saturday's Irish Native Rare Breed Livestock Heritage show. Taking place from 12 noon to 6pm. Among the breeds on show include Dexter cattle, Kerry cattle, Shetland sheep, Irish Cob horses and some pigs.
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Wholesaler Brakes has launched a range of mutton cuts, such as racks, joints, chops & mince. The chilled mutton range is British farm-assured and sourced from grass-fed, outdoor-reared British flocks, ensuring consistent quality & full traceability from farm to fork.
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August 21, 2025 at 3:16 PM
Wholesaler Brakes has launched a range of mutton cuts, such as racks, joints, chops & mince. The chilled mutton range is British farm-assured and sourced from grass-fed, outdoor-reared British flocks, ensuring consistent quality & full traceability from farm to fork.
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Learn about the UK's Lake District fell farming at Grasmere Sports.
Visitors to Grasmere Sports this weekend have the chance to learn about fell farming at the event on Sunday, August 24.
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Visitors to Grasmere Sports this weekend have the chance to learn about fell farming at the event on Sunday, August 24.
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August 20, 2025 at 11:18 AM
Learn about the UK's Lake District fell farming at Grasmere Sports.
Visitors to Grasmere Sports this weekend have the chance to learn about fell farming at the event on Sunday, August 24.
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Visitors to Grasmere Sports this weekend have the chance to learn about fell farming at the event on Sunday, August 24.
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An event wilk take place in Pennsylvania in October, aimed at preserving and promoting the state’s traditions in sheep breeding and wool production.
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Inaugural Pennsylvania Sheep and Wool Festival to be held at Dayton Fairgrounds
UNIVERSITY PARK — A new event will showcase Pennsylvania’s sheep and wool heritage this fall through live demonstrations, educational seminars and family-friendly activities. The inaugural Pennsylvani...
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August 3, 2025 at 10:45 AM
An event wilk take place in Pennsylvania in October, aimed at preserving and promoting the state’s traditions in sheep breeding and wool production.
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In the 1930's there were 30,000 small local abattoirs in the UK. Now there are a couple of hundred. We have lost so many that it is almost too late. We are also losing traditional butchery skills, and at this rate we will soon have no choice but to buy only supermarket meat.
There are increasing areas in the UK where no local abattoirs exist, which results in longer journeys for livestock, and no fully traceable local meat. This hits farmers selling meat from their farm.
Once they've gone they're gone. Please write to your MP. www.shropshirestar.com/news/farming...
Once they've gone they're gone. Please write to your MP. www.shropshirestar.com/news/farming...
MP calls on government to do more to save local abattoirs from chop
Stuart Anderson MP has called on the government to provide financial assistance for smaller abattoirs, after he discovered that there are no existing facilities in Shropshire.
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July 31, 2025 at 9:55 AM
In the 1930's there were 30,000 small local abattoirs in the UK. Now there are a couple of hundred. We have lost so many that it is almost too late. We are also losing traditional butchery skills, and at this rate we will soon have no choice but to buy only supermarket meat.
The Lincolnshire Longwool sheep breed was developed specifically to produce the heaviest, longest and most lustrous fleece of any breed in the world. This wvent celwbrated the breed on Sunday afternoon August 3rd at Tattershall near Lincoln.
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Sheep and Wool Day at pumping station museum
Lincolnshire Longwool sheep feature in a special event at the historic Dogdyke Steam Pumping Station.
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July 26, 2025 at 10:23 AM
The Lincolnshire Longwool sheep breed was developed specifically to produce the heaviest, longest and most lustrous fleece of any breed in the world. This wvent celwbrated the breed on Sunday afternoon August 3rd at Tattershall near Lincoln.
www.lincolnshireworld.com/heritage-and...
www.lincolnshireworld.com/heritage-and...