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SHEEP SPECIAL: Controlling abortion this breeding season

Ahead of tupping season, sheep farmers are being reminded of the economic and welfare risks that abortion poses to the flock. Ellie Layton reports.

Ellie Layton

Livestock Specialist

02 September 2024 鈥� 5 min read

SHEEP SPECIAL: Controlling abortion this breeding season

Abortion in sheep is estimated to cost UK sheep farmers up to 拢128 per ewe and is responsible for 30% of lambing losses and stillbirths. At a webinar held by the National Sheep Association, the Animal...

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