In Newtonmore in the Cairngorms National Park, tupping is now under way. Robert finally gets to work building Jenni’s new alpaca trekking arena, where she plans to welcome tourists in the spring.

The sheep need to be brought down from the fell for tupping (when the ewes are put with the rams) and lambing. In October, Kate helped the family with what’s known as a 'fell gather'.

"We are in shock and completely devastated," Ms Ockelton said. "She was part of a tupping group for our February lambing next ...

Bridgnorth-based sheep farmer Hayden Woolley has overhauled his business by adopting data recording software that has led to ...

Around October they are rounded up again for tupping (breeding), with the lambs expected in April and May. Jon has been at the farm for about 18 years, with Jo, a former countryside ranger from ...

Warm weather helped stock thrive in autumn after a stagnant summer. Discover grazing lessons, farming gains, and more in this season’s ...