Author Posts: Sarah Kidby

First vaccine for cryptosporidiosis gets approval

Bovilis Cryptium is the first vaccine in Great Britain that is proven to protect calves from the parasite that causes cryptosporidiosis.

Ed Sheeran drives New Holland tractor to celebrate ITFC stake

Ed Sheeran has shared a video of himself driving round a Suffolk farm in a New Holland tractor, as it’s announced that he has bought a minority stake in Ipswich Town Football Club.

Public urged to take steps to prevent fires in rural areas

Firefighters are reminding the public to take steps to prevent rural fires this summer, as a new report highlights the growing threat of hot dry summers.

Surge in European BTV-3 cases prompts UK warning

Free testing is available for the most at-risk areas of the UK, as warmer weather means bluetongue cases are soaring in parts of Europe.

National Grid digs holes in spring barley field just days before harvest

Richard Langton said contractors came in without prior warning and dug two holes in the field, despite being asked to wait until the spring barley had been harvested.

Harvest 2024: Farmers count the cost of long wet winter 

Two farms share their experience of harvesting after record-breaking rainfall this year, with one moving from wheat to beans, and another putting a field into regen ag.

Weather conditions “almost perfect” this year for grass seed

One Suffolk farm currently harvesting grass seed says yields are looking good – and they have also had success using a new stripper header.

Jersey cows: Doing things differently

Having bought their first Jersey herd from the late Queen Elizabeth II, Graham’s Family Dairy has since seen huge demand for its Jersey milk products.

Advanced breeding: The key to improving efficiency?

Whilst often associated with ‘elite’ farming, advanced breeding techniques can significantly improve farm efficiency and reduce carbon footprints.

Sugar beet contract agreed for 2025/26

British Sugar and NFU Sugar say they have concluded negotiations and agreed a deal for the 2025/26 sugar beet contract.

“Absolutely devastating”: Farmer forced to sell herd after contract terminated

A dairy farmer in Derbyshire is one of over a dozen smaller family farms who have been told their contracts with Müller are being terminated.

Harvest 2024: How to stay safe during the hot spell

With yellow health alerts in place for parts of the UK, and harvest getting underway on many farms, don’t forget to protect yourself in the hot weather.

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