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Beltex Sheep Society
Holme House, Dale
Ainstable
Carlisle
Cumbria CA4 9RH
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News
AGM Weekend 2022
Thursday 8th September 2022
Category: All News
It is with regret that the Society has had to take the decision to cancel the AGM weekend planned for the 7 – 9 October 2022 due to the low numbers who have shown interest in attending. Our thanks and
READ FULL STORYChanges to DNA Testing
Thursday 11th August 2022
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Following a meeting of the Beltex Sheep Society Council, concerns have been raised over spiralling costs to the membership. It has therefore been decided that DNA testing of stock rams and flushing ewes will, from 10 August 2022, be voluntary
READ FULL STORYBeltex Premier Sale Ballot 2022
Monday 11th July 2022
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The ballot was drawn today for the Premier Sale 10 – 12 August 2022 Schedule – will be confirmed in the catalogue Wednesday 10 August Arrival of stock Thursday 11 August Arrival of stock and inspection. Stock must be in
READ FULL STORYBeltex plays integral role for Patrick Brolly
Sunday 29th May 2022
Category: Features
Beltex genetics play an integrant role in Patrick Brolly’s farming operation near Claudy, County Londonderry, where he runs a total of 500 ewes, the majority of which are put to the Beltex ram. Farming around 120 hectares in total alongside
READ FULL STORYHard work pays off for the Storys
Friday 27th May 2022
Category: Features
Hitting the high prices at sales will be every breeder’s ambition, but for Anne Story and her daughter Rachael, selling their shearling ram BorderEsk Finders Keepers for 30,000gns at the 2021 Premier Sale at Carlisle was the stuff dreams are
READ FULL STORYBeltex is key at Briggsy’s Butchers
Saturday 21st May 2022
Category: Features
Briggsy’s Butchers is based in the Scottish market border town of Jedburgh and owned by young forward-thinking butcher 23-year-old Ryan Briggs, who says “Beltex lamb is key to the success of our business.” Customers return to purchase our lamb as
READ FULL STORYThe shows must go on!
Thursday 5th May 2022
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Summer shows will be making a very welcome return this year and here’s a wee look at your judges for the major shows. Balmoral Show Kevin Buckle 11-14 May I along
READ FULL STORYCosts relating to Scrapie Qualifying Status reimbursed
Wednesday 30th March 2022
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Breeders who applied for Scrapie Qualifying Status prior to 31 December, 2021, will be able to reclaim some of their expenses thanks to the expansion of the Movement Assistance Scheme. Taking effect from 1 April, 2022, the support will include
READ FULL STORYSurvey launched to understand impact of rise in Schmallenberg virus
Wednesday 30th March 2022
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As the UK experiences a phase of heightened Schmallenberg Virus (SBV) risk, a new survey is now open for vet students on lambing placement to identify the prevalence of deformed lambs, which is an indicator of presence of SBV across
READ FULL STORYBeltex Sheep Society moves to Pedigree Livestock Services
Wednesday 23rd February 2022
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The Beltex Sheep Society has appointed Cumbria-based Pedigree Livestock Services which is run by Andy Ryder to take on the complete administrative roles for the breed Society. Society Chairman Kevin Buckle said the current and long serving Society Secretary, Barbara
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