date:Jul 04, 2014
ilar trend to the beef sector where cow numbers have dropped considerably in the past 18months. CAP reform discussions have placed a strong emphasis on encouraging young farmers into the sector, but unless processors deliver a fair return, the reality is there will not be a great deal of incentive for young farmers to pursue a career in primary production.
Many producers have experienced a good lambing and growing season to date and the UFU would encourage farmers to slaughter lambs when they a