Quick thinking saves a life at Ernest Doe as worker suffers cardiac arrest
26th October 2023
First aiders at Ulting depot proved crucial in saving the life of a colleague who suffered a medical emergency.
Renewed call for strategy to deal with flooding on productive farmland
25th October 2023
With Storm Babet leaving vast areas of farmland underwater, the NFU is demanding the government matches its talk about the importance of UK food security with action on water management.
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Are you prepared for new slurry legislation?
24th October 2023
The recent Slurry Forum 2023 brought together industry experts to discuss upcoming legislation and government funding, as well as a run-down of the options for storage, covers, additives and testing. Livestock editor Sarah Kidby reports.
Take steps now to help prevent rural theft during darker nights
23rd October 2023
Farmers are being urged to ramp up security measures to avoid becoming victims of rural theft after the clocks go back on Sunday 29th October, as criminals use the cover of darkness to steal from the countryside.
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Lowestoft farmer saves valuable time using weather app
23rd October 2023
Having 1,400ha of cereal crops spread across 40 miles posed certain challenges for Suffolk farmer John Collen. He managed to save valuable hours of driving and employee management time using the convenient hyper-local weather app from Cordulus Farm that empowers his decision making.
Calls for Red Tractor review after recent controversies
20th October 2023
Following the recent introduction of a voluntary environment, Red Tractor has come under significant criticism from farmers and farming groups for “taking a step too far”. NSA is calling for a review of its governance and future direction, while the AHDB said it supports discussion on the future of farm assurance.
Weather warnings in place as Storm Babet threatens rural areas
20th October 2023
Storm Babet is battering large parts of the UK, with a rare red weather alert issued by the Met Office for “exceptional” rainfall in parts of Scotland, stating a risk to life.
Hemp growing a “viable diversification” for British farms
17th October 2023
British hemp growers Hugh Wrangham and Alistair McLeod used post-harvest equipment from McArthur Agriculture to overcome challenges with drying, cleaning and dehulling the hemp seed.
Succession planning: Simple steps to protect your farm
16th October 2023
NFU Mutual has offered some top tips on succession planning, after a recent survey revealed over half of farmers don’t yet have a succession plan in place.
Advance BPS payments welcomed in Wales
12th October 2023
NFU Cymru has welcomed the news that 96% of farmers will receive an advance payment worth 70% of their Basic Payment Scheme today (12th October).
Calls for clarity on UK-USA trade partnership
12th October 2023
Scottish ministers have written to the UK Government to raise ‘serious concerns’ over media reports about a ‘foundational trade partnership’ between the UK and US.
Red Tractor comes under fire for new environmental module
11th October 2023
Farmers have fiercely criticised the introduction of a voluntary environment module by Red Tractor, which is due to be available from next year.