Lamlac

11/06/2026

Looking to get the best from your flock? Our seven practical steps cover everything from ewe nutrition and housing hygiene to setting targets and managing surplus lambs ✅

Because when it comes to flock performance, the fine line between productivity and profitability often comes down to preparation.

Find out more: www.lamlac.co.uk/resources/lambing-advice/view,7-steps-to-get-the-best-from-your-flock_117.htm

10/06/2026

We're at National Sheep Association Scotsheep today at Wedderlie Farm! 🐑

Alan is on the stand and ready to chat lamb nutrition, rearing systems and getting your lambs winning at weaning.

Pop by and say hello 👋

09/06/2026

National Sheep Association Scotsheep 2026 is tomorrow!

We'll be at Wedderlie Farm in the Scottish Borders tomorrow, Wednesday 10th June, and we'd love to see you there 👋

There's nothing quite like catching up face to face, so come and find us.
Find out more: https://scotsheep.org.uk/

05/06/2026

World Environment Day is a timely reminder of just how much our sheep farmers contribute to the landscapes we all value 🌿

Through sustainable grazing and careful land management, you help protect biodiversity and keep our countryside thriving.

Thank you for everything you do to look after the land we all love 🫶

04/06/2026

Tracking mortality rates is a crucial step in improving your flock's overall performance.

Our expert advice explains what to measure, how to record data efficiently and how to use that information to make better management decisions 📊

Read the article:

Do you want to reduce flock mortality pre and post lambing? Then start to measure and monitor flock performance.

03/06/2026

Now is the time to think about finishing any remaining lambs off forage, and when managed well it's generally the most cost-effective approach 🐑

Our guide covers everything from grazing management, assessing market readiness and getting the most from your land.

Read more here:

Once lambs reach 12 weeks of age good quality grass in decent growing years should be able to meet almost all of their requirements.

29/05/2026

Rounding off a brilliant spring with this snapshot - thank you to Ailsa Dickinson for the update straight from the lambing-shed floor! It doesn’t get much more real than this 🐑

We've loved seeing your lambing season photos this year. If you've still got a shot to share before the season wraps, drop it in the comments or send it over – we’ll be trying to showcase as many snapshots from the community as possible.

And don’t forget to start looking for your best photos for our famous annual photo competition this summer 👀

28/05/2026

The decisions made in the first few weeks of a lamb's life have a lasting impact on growth and performance. 🐑

From colostrum management through to milk feeding and solid feed introduction, every stage plays a part in setting lambs up to reach their potential.

Read our expert advice on maximising early life growth:
https://www.lamlac.co.uk/lambing-advice/view,maximising-early-life-lamb-growth-potential_16.htm

26/05/2026

Introducing roughage early is one of the most important steps in setting young lambs up for a smooth transition to life post-weaning. 🐑

Good rumen development depends on access to quality hay or straw alongside milk feeding - a simple step that makes a real difference to how well lambs settle after weaning.

Read our expert advice on feeding roughage to young lambs:

Preparing lambs for weaning is crucial in ensuring they continue to thrive. What type of roughage should you be feeding to young lambs?

22/05/2026

What a photo to finish the week - thank you to Sarah Hudgins for this one and for reminding us how lambing season is “not always easy but it's worth the fight and topping up the ones that need extra care” 🐑

There's still time to share your lambing season snaps with us - leave yours in the comments or send it over and we may feature it here.