Author Posts: Aleksandra Cupriak

Two experienced sheep vets are launching a new project to find out more about how farmers manage and treat vaginal prolapse when it occurs in their lambing ewes.  

New data from CVS Farm’s recently launched dairy cow mastitis campaign has revealed that approximately 30% of its Mastatest submissions have either identified no bacteria or bacteria which do not benefit from antibiotic use. 

Shropshire Independent Cinema is launching a UK-first deal that celebrates the resilient spirit of the farming community. Read more on how farmers can get free tickets to the rural-themed films and events this July. 

Co-op announced that it is reinforcing its commitment to sourcing 100% British beef by reintroducing its Irresistible British steak range with premium Aberdeen Angus.  

As the agricultural sector continues to evolve, more farmers are exploring innovative ways to diversify income and strengthen their financial stability. One popular method is through ventures like glamping, which taps into the burgeoning market of ecotourism and sustainable travel.

DEFRA has announced that badger TB vaccinations increased to a record high across the country in 2024. 

The NFU has called for stronger, long-term action to tackle rural crime. While the overall cost of rural crime has shown signs of a welcome reduction, new figures highlight worrying rises in the theft of high-value farm vehicles, fuel and livestock. 

Following news on numerous trade deals between the UK and other countries, including the US and India, new research by Red Tractor has revealed that 94% of UK consumers trust British-produced food more than food from other countries.

Cheffins has announced that its Suffolk vintage machinery sale will compromise over 200 lots, including a series of high-value vintage and classic tractors.

The recent announcement regarding the future of Bluetongue (BTV-3) controls in Wales has coincided with the release of new ‘best practice’ protocols to control infectious cattle disease by CHECS. 

NFU has issued a letter to prime minister Keir Starmer calling on the government to protect British farmers while negotiating the trade deal with GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council). 

British farming leaders have expressed their concerns following DEFRA’s announcement on steep cuts to delinked payments for 2026/27.