Author Posts: Aleksandra Cupriak

With breeding sales and autumn livestock movements approaching, AIMS and other industry members are raising concerns over what they call an “ad hoc approach” to Bluetongue control measures—policies they say are causing significant costs and disruption across the sector.

Growers are being urged to plan integrated yellow rust management this autumn, as resistance ratings for several winter wheat varieties have fallen. 

Claas has announced the launch of four new forage harvesters from the Jaguar 1000 series. They enable throughput capacities of up to 480 tonnes per hour with the widest crop flow on the market, new front attachments and pioneering driver assistance, the manufacturer confirmed.

The farming series Clarkson’s Farm was named the Best Factual Entertainment at the National Television Awards last night.

New details have emerged about the accident in which a tractor fell from a bridge near Wrotham.

Early harvest has created a critical window of opportunity for farmers to conduct strategic soil assessments that could significantly impact next season’s profitability.  

Arable growers should not rule out sowing oilseed rape (OSR) in September. Trials show that later drilling can achieve strong establishment and yield gains—provided the right variety and preparations are in place, said a DSV UK expert.

Hampshire and Isle of Wight PCC Donna Jones stressed that the fight against organised crime gangs will intensify, making it the top priority in rural areas.

Crawfords Group has announced it will consolidate operations by relocating the Swingfield depot to the Charing branch.

The GB Calf Strategy 2025–2030 has been launched, calling on the dairy-beef sector to ensure every calf is reared with care, purpose, and value.

As the country celebrates Back British Farming Day, the public has once again demonstrated strong support for farmers and growers, ranking them as the UK’s second most respected profession for the third year running.

As much of the country receives welcome rainfall, there is an excellent opportunity to establish oilseed rape and capitalise on this potentially profitable break crop, according to Limagrain Field Seeds.