Morrisons teams up with Downforce Technologies in move towards net zero
5th July 2023
Morrisons has partnered with science-led data services company Downforce Technologies in its pursuit to optimise sustainable farming practices across five pilot sites, as part of the retailer’s ambition to become the first UK supermarket supplied by net zero carbon British farms by 2030.
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Diversifying your farm with trees
3rd July 2023
To support diversity and biodiversity on their Shropshire farm, Mark and Liz Lea planted a woodland in February this year, supported by the Woodland Trust’s MOREwoods scheme.
Plans to increase drought resilience stepped up following record June heat
30th June 2023
As demand for water continued to build amid what has potentially been the hottest June on record, a team of national experts met earlier this week to discuss plans to maintain drought resilience and ensure plentiful water supply across the country.
Farming in the climate crisis: Real-life insights from farmers on the frontline
30th June 2023
Farmers and growers around the world are increasingly having to adapt to the peculiarities of climate change, whether that means shifting drilling and harvest dates, ramping up disease control or moving to more regenerative practices. The non-profit organisation Just Farmers reached out to its farmer network this week to find out what climate change looks like from the field.
Consultation seeks farmers’ inputs on protecting essential hedgerow habitats
29th June 2023
A consultation launched by Defra yesterday (28th June) is seeking views on how the government can best support farmers to protect and maintain hedgerows as it looks to put in place new legislation tailored to the needs of English farmers.
Farmers along rare chalk streams join large-scale environmental initiative
26th June 2023
A group of 31 farmers from the Test and Itchen catchments in Hampshire are set to join the Environmental Farmers Group (EFG) cooperative with the aim of delivering environmental benefits to the area, such as improved water quality and habitat restoration along the world-famous chalk streams.
Free support tool helps farmers assess their carbon with confidence
21st June 2023
A new carbon decision support tool is being piloted by Innovation for Agriculture (IfA) to help farmers choose the most appropriate platform for assessing carbon on their farm from the growing number of options available.
New support to help farmers access private funding for nature recovery
20th June 2023
At the first ever ‘Nature for Finance’ event held at Downing Street yesterday (19th June), Defra announced further support for farmers to access private investment for nature recovery projects that deliver outcomes such as improved soil health and ecosystem services on farms to promote sustainable food production.
Farming collective shines spotlight on the value of wildlife corridors
12th June 2023
Natural wildlife corridors such as hedgerows and trees are essential for preserving biodiversity, which is why UK dairy cooperative Arla is encouraging farmers and the public to create spaces for wildlife and help halt the decline of natural habitats throughout Britain.
National potato supplier sets sights on net zero with pioneering EV trial
7th June 2023
As part of its plans to reach net zero by 2035, National potato supplier Branston has become one of the first UK businesses to trial a fully electric-powered (EV) truck to support its transport operations, working in partnership with Crossroads Truck and Bus Ltd.
Cutting-edge farming initiatives receive £30 million boost to drive sustainability
31st May 2023
The government has awarded £30 million in funding to over 50 innovative farming projects that will help agriculture move towards net zero, bolster food production and create more resilience and sustainability in the industry, an announcement has revealed today (Wednesday 31 May).
Collaborative research highlights practical ways farmers can adapt to climate change
30th May 2023
With the frequency of extreme weather events on the rise, there is an increasing need for agriculture to build resilience against climate change, which has been the focus of research carried out by ADAS and the Met Office Hadley Centre to identify ways farmers can adapt their practices to the changing climate.