Author Posts: Aleksandra Cupriak

Government asked about delayed response to FMD outbreak in Germany

Defra has been requested to provide a timeline of response to the report of foot and mouth disease (FMD) in Germany. The Efra committee heard in evidence that a government IT system took six to seven days to implement Defra’s restrictions on German imports.

Do not underestimate value of a T0 spray in winter wheat

Mitigate resistance risk with the use of different triazoles in early fungicide sprays, advises agronomist Mike Thornton of ProCam.  

What have MPs said during the IHT debate in Parliament yesterday?

Almost 50 members of Parliament took part in the debate relating to the inheritance tax relief for working farms. The MPs said that this “deeply damaging policy” needs to change.

First case of bluetongue serotype 12 confirmed in England

A case of bluetongue serotype 12 was confirmed in England in a single cow in the restricted zone in Kent. This is the first time the serotype has been detected in the UK.

Anna and her pink Fordson Dexta raised £8k for Dementia UK

A Northamptonshire woman who painted her tractor pink to raise money and awareness of a disease that affected her grandparents has already collected £8,000.

Lower supply and rising demand predicted for British beef in 2025

UK beef production is expected to decrease by 5% in 2025, while domestic beef consumption is forecast to grow by 1%, according to the latest analysis from the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB).

NFU Scotland announces new president and vice-presidents following election

Andrew Connon has been elected the new president of NFU Scotland. The vice-presidential posts go to Duncan Macalister and Robert Neill.

Thousands of farmers hit London’s streets as IHT fight continues

Farmers from around the UK are taking part in a tractor rally in London today, demanding the government to rethink Budget proposals that threaten the future of British farming. 

Silostop Agri and FCN join forces to help struggling farmers

Silostop Agri has announced its partnership with The Farming Community Network (FCN), which aims to open up direct lines of communication between farmers who are heading towards or experiencing difficulties.

Kaleb Cooper and his partner are expecting their third child

Clarkson’s Farm star, Kaleb Cooper, has just announced that he and his partner Taya are expecting their third child. 

Alarm raised as government may axe pledge to serve British-grown food in schools and hospitals

Farming campaigners raised concerns that the government may back away from the pledge to serve British-grown food in schools and hospitals in the scramble for spending cuts.

The Ripon Group expands product range with Nugent Trailers

The Ripon Group, an agricultural and ground care machinery dealership covering Yorkshire, Lincolnshire, Teesside and Nottinghamshire, has announced the addition of Nugent Trailers to its extensive product range.

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