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Farmers have been invited to take part in a ‘Trailer of Truth’ rally across the country, which will conclude in Liverpool outside the Labour Conference next month.

A local farmer has been praised for his efforts in helping the firefighters from Essex and Suffolk extinguish a blaze that broke out on a field in Great Maplestead.

Farming campaigner Countryside Alliance has released a comprehensive report which reveals that most government departments and councils are failing to monitor or prioritise British produce in their catering policies.  

Hundreds of farmers have expressed their anger with the family farm tax, saying that the legislation is wrecking trust, livelihoods and Labour’s future in rural seats. 

Nature Friendly Farming Network (NFFN) has urged the government to support farmers whose Countryside Stewardship agreements come to an end this year.

The dairy industry isn’t short on innovation, and big data and artificial intelligence are helping to unlock even more clever solutions for farmers, consultants and companies, explains Dairy Data Warehouse.

Dunstall Holdings Limited, and subsidiaries including Rea Valley Tractors, have announced an intention to appoint administrators, owing to challenges facing the group.

As energy prices fluctuate and sustainability expectations grow, more and more poultry farmers are turning to solar PV as a practical, long-term solution to power their buildings and reduce operational costs.

One of the two UK bioethanol plants, Vivergo, has ceased production after discussions with the government failed to reach a solution that would allow it to continue operating.

Kaleb has shared a photo of the latest addition to the Cooper family, born on 14th August.

The NFU has welcomed the news that some red tape will be cut when it comes to trading with the EU, but added that the benefits will be limited.

Jeremy Clarkson has given glowing reviews to a range of new English wines on offer at his pub, The Farmer’s Dog.