Defra’s agri-food export plans “a positive step”
16th September 2021
The government has announced a series of steps to help UK farmers access the UK’s export potential.
NFU warns farmers of the dangers of leaving mud on the road this autumn
15th September 2021
With the autumn harvesting of sugar beet, maize and late-cut silage about to start across the UK, NFU Mutual is reminding farmers of the need to avoid leaving mud on roads.
Report urges government to back British food at home and abroad
15th September 2021
The NFU is calling for a commitment from the government to not allow Britain’s food production to slip below its current level of 60% self-sufficiency, alongside greater ambition in promoting British food at home and abroad to aid food security.
Safety concerns regarding UK trailer law changes
14th September 2021
It was announced this week that the UK’s rules on towing a trailer will change in autumn 2021 – find out how these changes could impact you.
Opportunities to set up a distillery or microbrewery
13th September 2021
If you are looking to start a new diversification project, Brew-School owner Chris Horne says farmers have a built-in advantage when it comes to brewing and distilling businesses.
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Understanding the real value of carbon
9th September 2021
TerraMap Carbon offers a groundbreaking way of measuring soil carbon without actually having to break ground! So says Andrew Pitts, host farmer of the Helix National Helix Farm of farm business JW Pitts & Sons located at Mears Ashby and Whiston in Northamptonshire.
Robin George Bunning 1942-2021
6th September 2021
Robin passed away peacefully at home on 29th June 2021 with his family by his side.
Kuhn announce new finance schemes
6th September 2021
Popular machinery company Kuhn is aiming to help farmers purchase their ideal equipment with a new 0% finance deal on its range of balers and baler-wrapper combinations.
Boost for British pork as £50m trade deal announced
4th September 2021
British farmers and food producers are set to benefit from access to a valuable new market, as Mexico has now officially opened its doors to British pork for the first time. British exporters can now tap into this brand-new market, which boasts high demand for high quality pork meat.
Farmworker rescued after falling down 40ft silo
2nd September 2021
Bedfordshire Fire Control has confirmed it rescued a male casualty from the silo in Milton Ernest, following a rescue mission that lasted hours.
Welsh dairy co-operative announces record profits of £3.4M
2nd September 2021
A leading Welsh dairy co-operative has delivered a record year with operating profits of £3.4 million on sales of £61.5 million.
Getting started with solar
1st September 2021
Whether you want to make the most of your existing solar tech, or you’re looking to diversify into renewables to improve your green credentials but not sure where to start, you’re not alone.