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1 month ago

Use dog licence cash to compensate sheep farmers for dog attacks - Kerry councillor

Dan McCarthy, an independent councillor and Kenmare mart manager, proposed that a percentage of dog licence income be allocated to compensate sheep farmers for losses caused by dog attacks. He highlighted the challenges farmers face and the need for proper arrangements to address these issues.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

We don't call them woolly maggots': how wildlife campaigners put sheep at heart of rewilding plans

The Wildlife Trusts are balancing sheep farming and nature restoration on the Rothbury estate as part of a major land restoration initiative.
fromIndependent
2 months ago

'Sheep farming is therapy for me' - how Lleyns boost work-life balance for this Mayo breeder

Kenny O'Donnell describes how Lleyn ewes are perfectly suited for farmers with off-farm jobs, stating they 'take the work out of sheep farming'.
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