NZ trade deal: AHDB explores the impact on UK farmers

Analysis shows the impact on British farmers is likely to be modest, but there is a risk of more significant effects if New Zealand’s trade with China is disrupted.

Applications open for the Sustainable Farming Incentive

Robinson & Hall, land and property professionals share an update on the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI).

New teat disinfectant is “first of its kind”

Evans Vanodine has added a new, innovative product to its extensive teat disinfectant range – Sapphire 1:4, a chlorhexidine-based concentrate teat disinfectant.

Trees can be a win-win for wildlife and food production

More trees in the countryside doesn’t have to mean a choice between forest and farmland. In field margins and boundaries, in unproductive corners and near watercourses, trees can bring a multitude of benefits – and there’s no need to take valuable land out of food production. One Wiltshire farmer shares his experience.

Boris Johnson to resign as Conservative leader

The next Conservative leader will have an “uphill battle” to win back the trust of rural voters, says Mark Tufnell, president of the Country, Land and Business Association.

Eustice to announce further funding for sustainable farm-based proteins

Speaking at the Devon County Show, environment secretary George Eustice announced a funding pot to support research into farm-based protein production to reduce reliance on imports.

Rising prices causing “crisis of confidence” among British farmers, NFU warns

Spiralling costs are forcing Britain’s farmers to make significant changes to their food production plans, with some facing the prospect of going out of business, according to a new survey of farmers’ intentions by the NFU.

Red alert for high worm egg counts as warm, wet weather persists

Sheep farmers are advised to be on their guard against Nematodirus and stomach worms as warm and wet weather sees egg counts spike.

Swine vesicular disease and foot-and-mouth ruled out on Norfolk farm

Temporary control zones have been revoked but testing is ongoing at the site.

Sustainable Farming Incentive set to open this month

Speaking at Groundswell ‘22, environment secretary George Eustice announced that the first module will focus on soil.

Food security key to first National Food Strategy, govt says

The NFU says the strategy represents a ‘clear milestone’ as the government recognises the importance of domestic food production – but it now needs to develop into clear delivery and investment.

New badger vaccination licence rolled out

The government says the new licence will allow more badgers to be vaccinated by reducing the administrative burden.

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