Rural News

The Royal Three Counties Show is set to return in June, bringing a range of activities for families as well as an exciting line-up of guests, including the Clarkson’s Farm star, Kaleb Cooper.

Suffolk-based Baylham House Rare Breeds Farm has recently raised a subject of open farms offering lamb cuddling activities.

Durham Police have confirmed that officers searching for missing farmer’s daughter, Jenny Hall, have sadly found a body. 

Greater Manchester farmers Richard and John diversified through BNG when the farm was no longer financially viable.

An innovative project led by the Park Authority and two farming families will address damage to farms and fragile habitats caused by high deer densities.

A roadshow aimed at airing the challenges farming families face when planning to hand over to the next generation is set to kick off next week.

Rural mental health champion and BBC Countryfile presenter Adam Henson hosted a Mental Health Awareness Workshop, which brought together mental health advocates and agricultural professionals to highlight the importance of mental well-being within the farming community.

Norfolk-based family-run business that has been offering a wide range of auction and valuation services since 1850 announced the death of Barry L Hawkins.

A sheep that was shot on a Suffolk rare breeds farm has made a full recovery, having recently given birth to “gorgeous” twins. 

Farm animals worth almost £1.8 million were severely injured or killed in dog attacks in 2024. This marks a decrease of 26% compared to the previous year, NFU Mutual has reported.

Ahead of the spring application season, farmers, growers and distributors of plant protection products have been urged to be vigilant against well-organised criminals seeking to raid secure storage facilities.

Wiltshire Rural Crime Team has issued a plea for dog owners after a sheep was bitten by a dog and another ewe aborted her lambs.