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Boris Johnson seals free trade deal with New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern. What does this mean for UK farmers?

A dry, cool spring across most of the UK, followed by some hot, dry spells over the summer, means the liver fluke risk is generally going to be low this autumn and winter. But farmers still need to prepare in the face of changes to treatment.

The dry April followed by one of the wettest and coolest Mays on record resulted in a slow start to the grazing season. As a consequence, ewe body condition score (BCS) will have suffered, and it is likely that ewes will be below target for the time of year due to having to draw on body fat reserves for milk production. Downland experts explore options for supplementation…

Two National Sheep Association members travelled overseas to learn about organic livestock production, as part of an EU-funded, Turkish-led project.

Livestock producers looking to make the most of grazed forage can increase intake and digestion by 10% when supplementing pastures with a nutrient-rich forage supplement, says Dr Alison Bond, nutritionist for Rumenco.

Defra is continuing to produce a suite of guidance centred around five key areas where farming businesses can take action to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions and move their business towards net zero.

Waitrose has announced that it is teaming up with its sister company John Lewis to make sustainable bedding by using wool from sheep farmers in Wales and England.

This week has seen police issue statements on the theft of over 200 sheep in several raids. The crime is becoming more organised and targeted than ever, with farmers facing

Farmers and landowners are responsible for the safety of anyone visiting their farm or business, including employees, customers, sales reps, or even a lost rambler who mistakes a field margin for the footpath. As more and more members of the public take to the countryside, it has never been more important to understand your legal obligations.

New research suggests such a tax could cost the UK nearly £250 million, and proposes a more subtle approach encompassing climatic, economic, and land use factors.

Fans of the hit series will be able to watch Jeremy’s second year on Diddly Squat Farm, as he attempts to diversify under the careful watch of series one favourites Kaleb Cooper, Gerald and Cheerful Charlie.

The food assurance scheme has outlined what is changing in its revised farm standards from November after listening to industry feedback.