Lamlac

27/02/2026

Meet JohnPaul Harkin, our Regional Team Leader, North West Ireland.

JP grew up on his parents' suckler beef and sheep unit, and knew from an early age he wanted a career in agriculture. After stints in sales and livestock procurement - including three years managing a large unit in Saudi Arabia - he joined us in 2008 and now leads our team across North West Ireland 🐑

At home he keeps a small flock of sheep and stays busy with four young children.

26/02/2026

Creep feed intake starts small - but it's essential for rumen development.

In this video, our Business Manager Fiona Moore shares why offering creep in small, fresh amounts from seven to 10 days old sets lambs up for successful weaning. She also explains why dry straw is a better roughage choice than hay 🍼

23/02/2026

Before the first lamb arrives, take a moment to do a quick stock take.

Check your Lamlac supply, test your feeders and make sure teats are clean and undamaged. A little prep now saves a lot of scrambling later 🐑 And don’t forget our website is packed with resources to help you this lambing season: https://www.lamlac.co.uk/home.htm

Need more advice? Your local Lamlac representative will be happy to help.

Let us know how preparations are going in the comments 👇

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20/02/2026

Happy !

From farm dogs and cats to bottle-fed lambs who never quite left, we'd love to see the animals that have become part of your on-farm family. Here’s all of our 2025 entries to the ‘Unlikely Friends’ category – celebrating love and friendship!

Drop a photo in the comments to share the love 🐑

18/02/2026

Sometimes sheep really do find the most creative escape routes 🐑

A good reminder to check those boundaries before turnout. Has anyone else had sheep turn up somewhere unexpected?

Both carriageways are reopened after the animals were rounded up.

16/02/2026

A quick tip that makes a real difference at mixing time.

Fiona Moore explains why weighing your Lamlac matters - overfeeding or underfeeding can affect growth and waste product. Keep a set of scales handy and weigh every time for consistent, reliable results 🍼

14/02/2026

Happy Valentine's Day! 💕

Nothing says love like an unlikely friendship – thanks to Heather Wellard who entered our 2025 Photo Competition with this lovely smooch between sheepdog and lamb.

Wishing our farming community a wonderful day - however you're spending it 🐑

11/02/2026

Getting lambs onto a bucket or machine feeder? Training them to use the teat takes a bit of patience.

Fiona Moore shares her top tips - from choosing between soft and hard teats for the right milk flow, to positioning teats at shoulder height for a more natural feeding action. And don't forget to wash, disinfect and inspect teats daily 🍼

10/02/2026

Introducing David Whyte, our Business Manager for South West Ireland.

With over 25 years in the agricultural industry, David has built strong relationships with merchants and farmers across the region. He's passionate about helping producers rear strong, healthy youngstock - and seeing those results on farm 🐑

When he's not working, you'll find him following GAA football or out and about on his bike.

09/02/2026

Tomorrow at 12:15pm: join our free Farmers Guardian webinar on building performance in surplus lambs.

One hour of practical advice from vet Dr Katie Denholm, R&D Manager Dr Jessica Cooke and Business Manager Stacey Bruna. 🐑

Register now: https://webinars.farmersguardian.com/from-colostrum-to-weaning-building-performance-in-surplus-lambs/register

06/02/2026

It's .

Lambing season can be one of the most rewarding times of the year - but also one of the most exhausting. If you're feeling the pressure, take a moment to check in with someone. A conversation can make all the difference 🐑