Author Posts: Farmers Guide

AHDB has announced the launch of three new strategic dairy farms as part of its networking programme promoting farmer-to-farmer learning and knowledge exchange.

Farmers harvesting bumper maize crops this autumn are being advised to take extra precautions to avoid leaving mud on roads and protect other road users.

The 20th year of the Newark Vintage Tractor and Heritage Show is on course to attract the most diverse range of machines in its history. That’s thanks to some special anniversary classes and a display reviving some of the first ever exhibits.

John Deere and Yara have announced a partnership that will help farmers transition to a more sustainable food system through optimising their use of fertilisers.

This year’s BFREPA Live event will feature Scottish egg producer James Baxter, who will talk about the harsh realities of dealing with bird flu, having lost his entire flock of nearly 200,000 hens to a mandatory cull following a positive test in January.

Claas has announced that from 1st October 2023, all its agricultural machinery that meets the latest emissions standard will be approved for use with hydrotreated vegetable oils (HVOs) and new machines leaving the factory will now be filled with this sustainable biofuel, saving 2,500 tonnes of CO2 a year.

Upon losing a close farming friend to suicide, Adam Henson embarked on a project with Team Doctor to create the Keeping on Track podcast, which aims to erase the stigma around mental health in farming and raise awareness of the challenges those in the rural profession face.

Farmers and their staff can now access Red Tractor accredited veterinary training online, to complete in their own time and gain Dairy Pro points. Synergy Farm Health, which already delivers a wide variety of farmer training in-person, has developed a new online training platform, to cater for those who struggle to make physical workshops.

On the farm of Benoit Ferotin, arable farmer and contractor in the French village of Chateauneuf-du-Rhone, a large tractor has been equipped with new Agriflex 372+ tyres since the last growing season.

In the heart of a West Dorset dairy farm, sustainability is at the forefront of farm management philosophy. Adam Holman serves as the dedicated assistant farm manager. Recognising the importance of responsible farming, Adam has taken significant steps to minimise the farm’s environmental impact. One such step is reducing reliance on chemical fertilisers, which can have adverse effects on the environment if not managed carefully.

Visitors to this year’s Midlands Machinery Show on 8th-9th November at Newark Showground will be treated to a range of new products, fresh to the market.

Sheep farmers are being urged to stay vigilant for worm and fluke risks in their flocks this autumn following reports of high worm egg counts nationwide.