A statement from SRUC regarding Maedi Visna testing reads as follows: “As we outlined in previous correspondence, the current situation is that members who are overdue a routine MV test will have their status lapse at the end of December
READ FULL STORYBetween the Beltex Sheep Society and its members, £1700 has been donated to charities supporting the rural community.
READ FULL STORYFollowing the announcement from the Prime Minister of another full lockdown for England, starting on Thursday 5 November, the Livestock Auctioneers’ Association (LAA) has confirmed that its member markets will remain open, and has set out updated guidance.
READ FULL STORYPlease Note: the Society Office will be closed from 4.00pm Friday 16th October and open again on Monday 26th October. We are taking a well-earned break, emails may be monitored intermittently throughout this period.
READ FULL STORYAs the Government Guidelines will reduce the volume of buyers being able to attend the sale, below are points Harrison & Hetherington ask for your co-operation in order for the running of Live Sales. This information is correct at the
READ FULL STORYMany of our breeders may not only be missing out on the social aspect of show season but also the pre-show preparations so the Beltex Sheep Society will be hosting a number of online shows to allow members to show
READ FULL STORYThe National Sheep Association has issued some documents for those transporting sheep during lockdown and to remind the public to act responsibly while passing through farmland. Both are available below should you wish to download (click on the document).
READ FULL STORYFollowing the announcement of a suspension of a flock’s MV status due to no routine blood testing being undertaken by vets, SRUC has announced an extension to the schedule which comes as a welcome relief for pedigree breeders operating under
READ FULL STORYWhile day-to-day farming continues for many across the country, there is no doubt these are unprecedented times for us all as we tackle the coronavirus pandemic and its knock-on effects will be felt for some time.
READ FULL STORYTemporary Office Closure – COVID-19
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For all Beltex Sheep Society enquiries please contact secretary:
Beltex Sheep Society
Holme House, Dale
Ainstable
Carlisle
Cumbria CA4 9RH
T: 01768 870524
M: 07918 638197
Steph Ryder: 07518 519930
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