Rural News

Announcing the LAMMA 2025 launch – this free event will return to the NEC, Birmingham on 15–16th January, with a number of exclusive product announcements.

A 57-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of criminal damage and dangerous driving following an incident involving a tractor driving through a flooded high street in Tenbury Wells. 

Farmer and TV presenter Adam Henson has shared a ‘scary and pretty stupid’ situation that happened during the Countryfile Christmas party. 

Updated proposals for the Sustainable Farming Scheme (SFS), which is the primary source of government support for the future of Welsh farming starting in 2026, have been warmly welcomed by the Welsh farming community. 

Scotts Precision Manufacturing Ltd, a cornerstone of the UK’s agricultural machinery sector, is thrilled to announce its Open Day on 11th December 2024.

West Mercia Police confirmed it is investigating an incident involving a tractor driving through a flooded high street in Tenbury Wells, setting off a wave of water which hit surrounding shops. 

Last week, the South of England Agricultural Society hosted its annual farming conference. This year’s theme, ‘What is our land for?’ has sparked a lively debate on whether the focus of land use should shift from traditional food production to prioritising environmental and biodiversity goals or even to accommodate the demands of commercial development. 

The National Tree Week 2024 has launched today, marking the traditional start of the winter tree planting season. At this time of year, trees are dormant and so experience the least stress when being placed in their new homes.

Clarkson’s Farm has gained great recognition among audience all over the world, however, not many people know that the British royal family is also a big fan of the farming show. 

A fraudster involved in a transatlantic tractor scam worth more than £130,000 has been jailed, West Midlands Police confirmed. 

In light of the recent farmers’ rally that took place in London on 19th November, Farmers Guide has approached colleges and universities that offer courses in agriculture to ask whether students are allowed to take part in farming demonstrations. 

The farming and agriculture sector SMEs are urged to register a business banking complaint with the Business Banking Resolution Service (BBRS), which is set to close to new registrations on 13th December.