A MINISTER has asked Wales's top vet what the Welsh Government can do to support farmers affected by the coldest March for 50 years.
Natural Resources and Food Minister Alun Davies said he had been in touch with Professor Christianne Glossop, and would outline measures this week.
"I'm very aware of the extreme difficulties farmers in Wales are experiencing as a result of the extreme weather we have witnessed over the last week," he said.
"Sheep farmers are facing their busiest time of the year with the lambing season, which is not yet over in some parts of Wales. The extreme weather has put an added strain on them.
"One of the most pressing issues farmers have told me they are now facing is how to deal with fallen stock.
The Welsh Government said disposal of fallen stock must comply with the European regulation on animal by-products, and any fallen stock must be disposed of to approved premises without undue delay. Carcasses should be kept secure until disposal.
Natural Resources and Food Minister Alun Davies said he had been in touch with Professor Christianne Glossop, and would outline measures this week.
"I'm very aware of the extreme difficulties farmers in Wales are experiencing as a result of the extreme weather we have witnessed over the last week," he said.
"Sheep farmers are facing their busiest time of the year with the lambing season, which is not yet over in some parts of Wales. The extreme weather has put an added strain on them.
"One of the most pressing issues farmers have told me they are now facing is how to deal with fallen stock.
The Welsh Government said disposal of fallen stock must comply with the European regulation on animal by-products, and any fallen stock must be disposed of to approved premises without undue delay. Carcasses should be kept secure until disposal.
