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A Home Office decision to deny overseas sheep shearers a concession to enter the UK without work visas risks ending a rich tradition of cultural and educational exchange in the industry, says the National Sheep Association (NSA).

BPI has partnered with NMT International Shipping UK Ltd. to strengthen its services for international buyers, while supporting the continued growth of its plant and machinery sales.

Farmland demand is forecast to stay strong in 2026; however, price expectations should be kept realistic, according to Carter Jonas. 

A new report found only 4% of young people are currently employed in food and farming, but around two-fifths – 38% – would be open to a career in the sector. 

Commercial vehicle auction house, CVA, is expanding its national footprint with a strategic new site in Avonmouth, Bristol. Officially opening on Monday 2nd February, the branch will serve as a physical gateway in the South West to the company’s powerful auction platform.

The defendant appeared in front of Norwich Magistrates Court for knowingly buying a stolen compact John Deere tractor and an Avant tractor and trailer.

A new report has revealed that immediate and complete alignment with the EU on plant protection products available could cost UK farmers hundreds of millions of pounds in the first year alone.

North Yorkshire Police attended the farm to discuss a possible burglary in November, but during the visit also carried out checks regarding the welfare of the family’s children.

Chef and TV presenter Prue Leith has been named the new patron of the Farm Retail Association. 

While farmland buyers adopted a cautious approach in 2025, farms and estates generally continued to hold their appeal, even amid the challenges facing agriculture and the broader economy over the past 12 months. 

British farmers are set to launch a nationwide protest this Thursday, 29th January, at supermarkets across the country.

Alistair Carmichael, MP for Orkney and Shetland, has highlighted the importance of national food security while sharing photos of empty shelves in local shops.