Claims had been circulating amongst farmers that shearing could increase the sheep's physical exposure to biting midges.
Food crime team visit 111 businesses in bid to disrupt illegal food trade
While many farms have sought to become more specialised, Martin and Alison Furness have chosen to spread the risk across their dairy, beef and sheep enterprises, and maintain a 'laser-sharp' commercial focus
NFU Scotland says ShelfWatch campaign is bringing dividends for farmers and growers
Police arrested a man in his 40's on suspicion of murder but have since released him with no further action to be taken against him at this time
The Glorious 12th marks the start of the grouse shooting season, running until December 10
Defra officials set to attend as Welsh Government reveals financial help for drought-hit farmers
New study examines criminal operations and the impact on wider food supply industry
A fifth generation organic dairy farmer has been forced to sell 60 of his cows to ‘reduce forage demand'