Farm to Fork Summit makes headway in securing a brighter future for British farming

At the first ever UK Farm to Fork Summit hosted by Rishi Sunak at Downing Street today (16th May), the Prime Minister announced extensive measures to strengthen food security and supply chain resilience, with investment in new technologies, further support for horticulture, and protecting farmers’ interests in trade deals being among the highlights.

Young child killed in tractor collision on Devon farm

A toddler was pronounced dead at the scene after police were called to reports of a collision involving a tractor in Buckland Brewer.

Analysis reveals potential benefits of CPTPP accession for UK red meat and dairy

Producers in the red meat and dairy sectors could benefit from long-term opportunities following the UK’s accession to the Comprehensive and Progressive Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), a trade modelling analysis published by the AHDB today (15th May) has revealed.

Guidance for accepting safe feed deliveries on farms published by AIC

To help ensure the safety of farm staff and delivery drivers during animal feed deliveries, the Agricultural Industries Confederation (AIC), in collaboration with other industry stakeholders, has published revised guidance offering practical advice on safely accepting feed consignments.

Storm resilience “more important than ever” as trio of storms rack up £92m damage

NFU Mutual is urging farmers to prepare for storms in advance as its customers have suffered damage in excess of £92 million during Storm Dudley, Eunice and Franklin last year, the rural insurer’s latest figures have revealed.

MOREwoods: A practical approach to improve biodiversity and farm resilience

Biodiversity is an increasingly hot topic within the agricultural sector. Stuart Holm, arable farmer and outreach manager at the Woodland Trust, shares his approach to improving farm resilience and biodiversity on his land.

AgriTech showcase success for debut event

Attracting 150 delegates to hear the latest advancements in agri-tech, the first South West AgriTech Showcase was held on Thursday 20th April at Exeter Racecourse. So, what was in store for the attendees?

Openfield reaps success at the 2023 Safety & Health Excellence Awards

Openfield’s health, safety and environment manager Mark Smith was recognised at the 2023 Safety & Health Excellence Awards for his significant contribution to the implementation and enhancement of health, safety and wellbeing standards at the company.

Lack of confidence is hindering growth in British farming, survey shows

If the lack of confidence and uncertainty in British farming is allowed to continue, we could see further shortages on supermarket shelves, the NFU warns.

Opportunities in farm and rural estate finance in a volatile market

In times of high volatility in the finance market, Mark Ashbridge of finance solutions firm Ashbridge Partners believes there are still opportunities to be had for farmers wishing to expand their business, and even suggested that raising debt in an inflationary environment can be, on the long term, really quite productive.

How to stay safe during silage season

Farmers are being urged not to compromise on safety in the rush for the first silage cut of the season.

Yellow Wellies launch free digital tool to boost health & safety on farms

To help address concerns around creating a health and safety policy, the Farm Safety Foundation (also known as Yellow Wellies) have launched a new online ‘Build Your Own Health & Safety Policy’ tool to help farmers create a tailored policy that meets HSE requirements and standards set out by farm assurance schemes.

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