Kuhn unveils product line-up for Tillage-Live 2023
11th September 2023
Kuhn Farm Machinery is showcasing a diverse range of machinery at Tillage-Live on Thursday 14th September at WH Corbett in Atherstone, Warwickshire. Here, the manufacturer shares which products attendees can expect to see in action and which will feature on its stand.
Changes to sheep dipping Code of Practice promote safe use of OP dips
8th September 2023
Sheep dipping contractors, farmers and prescribers are being urged to make themselves aware of the latest updates to the Mobile Sheep Dipping Code of Practice, which aim to ensure the ongoing effectiveness and safe use of organophosphate (OP) dips in the UK.
Producing more for less: Multispecies swards show exciting potential for livestock sector
30th August 2023
Research carried out by UCD’s School of Agriculture and Food Science has shown that significant cost savings are possible when using multispecies swards for grazing livestock, which can yield up to 25% more herbage and lead to quicker finishing times.
How to tackle late blight after an unusually wet summer
21st August 2023
Outbreaks of late blight are springing up in potato crops across the country following an unusually wet July and early August. Fortunately, EU_43_A1 has yet to be found in the samples analysed, but growers must remain vigilant.
Learn how to make the most of govt grants at MMS
31st July 2023
With a plethora of machinery, technology and productivity grants expected to re-open in December 2023/January 2024, the Midlands Machinery Show is well timed for farmers looking to make the most of these.
Calls to tackle ‘poor safety record’ of farming as mortality rates persist
17th July 2023
With farming having the poorest safety record of any occupation in the UK and Ireland, the charity behind the annual Farm Safety Week campaign launching today (17th July) is reminding everyone involved in the sector to take personal responsibility for making farms a safe place to work.
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.
Defra announces latest round of FETF funding
8th June 2023
Over £30 million has been made available to farmers and foresters for equipment and technology under the Productivity and Slurry budget.
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Lemken showcases new machinery at Cereals 2023
5th June 2023
LEMKEN UK will be showing their range of machinery on Stand 812 at Cereals 2023. Visit their stand to explore the LEMKEN and Steketee machines that will be on display at the show.
Upgrade fire precautions ahead of harvest, insurer warns
26th May 2023
The cost of agricultural vehicle and machinery fires was up by 35% in 2022, according to NFU Mutual.
NPA concerned about Defra’s reliance on outdated IT systems
17th May 2023
Following a recent report calling Defra’s IT systems ‘outdated’ and ‘difficult to use’, the National Pig Association (NPA) has urged the government body to address the shortfalls identified in its systems to ensure quick and effective response to disease outbreaks.
New ‘test and treat’ project to combat sheep scab outbreaks across Wales
12th May 2023
The Farmers’ Union of Wales (FUW) has welcomed the launch of ‘Gwaredu Scab’, a first-of-its-kind project funded by the Welsh government that aims to tackle sheep scab outbreaks by offering farmers a free service covering the diagnosis and treatment of infected sheep.