The National Farmers Union has produced a report, aimed at encouraging young people who are about to leave school and start on the first step of their career ladder, to look at the wealth of opportunities available working in agriculture. You have to if you want to make a success of livestock farming. They can be a challenge, it s true, especially in the winter when the snow is falling on the hills, but I love the way that everything changes with the seasons breeding, finishing, marketing....

A farmer says his pedigree herd of sheep is under threat from a runaway ram. Mr Lloyd has now captured the animal and is holding it under lock and key until his owner claims him back. Ram raid peril for pedigree flock. He says he must also wait until lambing time in the spring to see just how active the wayward ram has been. Mr Lloyd has also expressed concern at the welfare and physical conditon of the wayward ram. He has his own pedigree ram there, and has been concerned for its safety....

In remote Faroe Islands, wool becomes a fashion statement Posted on Sunday, November 04, 2007 (EST) It is only fitting that in the Faroe Islands, home to twice as many sheep as people and whose name means "Sheep Islands," wool is experiencing a renaissance. In remote Faroe Islands, wool becomes a fashion statement Posted on Sunday, November 04, 2007 (EST) It is only fitting that in the Faroe Islands, home to twice as many sheep as people and whose name means "Sheep Islands," wool is...

Artisans use alpaca fleece, which comes in 22 shades and is lighter, silkier and warmer than sheep's wool, to make clothing, blankets and art. Though related to llamas, alpacas are about half the size, and were bred to produce more fleece. Lutz describes alpacas as "gentle but aloof," adding that he's comfortable sending his 6- and 9-year old kids out to play with the animals. Judges rated the alpacas half on their fleece and half on their structure, proportions and gait. At The...

The 48-year-old music mogul explained his aversion to lambs' wool means he has to spend a fortune stocking up on the very best cashmere jumpers. In fact, he is so conscious about staying in shape he hasn't eaten a cookie since he turned 40. To ensure he always looks his best in his luxurious clothes, the "X Factor" judge is careful not to indulge in calorific treats. Simon's extravagant shopping habits also extend to other areas of his wardrobe. syndication, rewriting or broadcast is...