Author Posts: Sarah Kidby

How will the US trade deal affect UK farmers?

There are concerns that two agricultural sectors have been singled out to shoulder the burden of the removal of tariffs for other industries in the economy.

Integrated beef system offers business expansion opportunities

Farming couple David and Sarah Green decided to start rearing calves for integrated beef supply chain, Gamechanger, to provide an additional revenue stream.

“We don’t think we’re heroes, but we do want respect”

Farmers Guide talks to Rebecca Wilson, recently listed in The Times Young Power List, about her family farm, government policy and what it’s like to be a woman in agriculture.

Next wheat strike could see supplies get ‘very tight very quickly’

Olly Harrison said the April wheat strike is now concluded and no contracts were broken – but further strikes are possible in future with support from Europe.

Reeves heads to US to push for trade deal 

Farming groups have warned Reeves not to sacrifice British food and farming as she arrives in Washington to discuss a trade deal with the US.

Farmers to be compensated after Müller factory breakdown 

Müller had asked some farmers to ‘responsibly dispose’ of milk after operational issues at the Skelmersdale plant.

Spotlight on: Farm biosecurity

Neogen experts outline the benefits and uses of Neogen Farm Fluid MAX, and share optimal cleaning and disinfection protocols.

Top tips to keep yourself and others safe this harvest

Tilly Pass provides guidance on health and safety this harvest, including checks on kit, visibility on the road and towing safety.

“Bad day for sustainable British meat” as Cranswick plans rejected

Cranswick has said it is disappointed at the local council’s decision to block proposals to redevelop an existing pig farm and redundant poultry sheds.

Farming sector reacts to US import tariff

Trump has announced at least a 10% tariff on all imports to the US, prompting reactions from UK farming groups.

Zeichner grilled on food security amid wheat strike 

The minister faced intense questioning from members of the Efra Committee on numerous government policy decisions that have heaped pressure on farmers in recent months.

Direct drilling for profitability

With margins under increasing pressure, direct drilling crops is rapidly becoming essential to allow farms to operate profitably, says Hobhole Farming in Lincolnshire.

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