Rural News

Hutchinsons and AgriTech-E are inviting farmers to take part in an exciting and forward-thinking conference: Connected Farming – Growing Profitably and Responsibly in a Digital Age.  

A farm worker from Cumbria died after getting out of a tractor which then began to move and collided with him, an inquest heard. 

Dairy Industry Award 2024 has been allocated to the chairman of Wyke Farms, John Clothier, celebrating his 70 years of passionate work in the dairy industry. 

Farm input costs have increased by an average of 44% since 2019, according to research by the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB). 

Following a successful debut last year, the Land Rover Show is returning to Stonham Barns Park this weekend to exhibit the very best of 4×4. 

The production of low-carbon, plant-based insulating blocks by agricultural workers from farm materials could support rural economies and tackle labour shortages, experts believe.  

New precision breeding technology to increase food production, reduce costs to farmers, and allow drought- and disease-resistant crops to be grown will be brought forward under new laws, the government has just announced. 

A Suffolk rare breeds farm has experienced an “absolute horror” after one of its sheep was shot. 

An eight-year-old boy died after he was shot in the head and face on a farm in Cumbria. 

Northern Europe’s largest joint agricultural fair, Agromek, which is taking place in November, will present a significant opportunity for anyone involved in the agricultural sector, gathering industry professionals, innovators, and enthusiasts from various fields.

A survey carried out by RSABI among the Scottish agricultural community has revealed that while there is strong awareness of the importance of taking a break off the farm, too few farmers actually do so. 

Twin calves brought joy to patients receiving end-of-life and palliative care during a special visit to a Derbyshire hospice.