Morrisons campaign celebrates ‘Farmer Christmas’
17th November 2021
In the run up to Christmas this year, Morrisons is paying homage to hard-working farmers with its ‘Farmer Christmas’ advert and competition.
£27m funding pot launches to boost farm productivity
17th November 2021
NFU has described the Farm Investment Fund as “good news for farmers” but warns that application windows are “tight”.
Discovery, still a great all-rounder
17th November 2021
Few vehicles compare to the Land Rover Discovery when it comes to combining load and passenger-carrying ability with exceptional off- and on-road performance. Five years after the Discovery 5 series was launched, Farmers Guide assessed the latest version. David Williams reports.
Two further cases of avian influenza in England
15th November 2021
Highly pathogenic H5N1 has been confirmed in Lancashire and North Yorkshire.
World-leading Environment Act becomes law
11th November 2021
News from the Department for Environment Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) that legislation that will protect and enhance our environment for future generations has now passed into UK law.
How will the Australia trade deal affect UK farmers?
9th November 2021
As concern mounts over British farming being undercut by trade deals, AHDB has released an analysis on the potential impact of the deal with Australia.
Nov 2021
It’s time for science to take the potato forward
8th November 2021
The way in which we grow and store potatoes is changing dramatically, but there is no time to be nostalgic. Agrii’s Nick Winmill, a crop scientist with over 35 years’ experience in agronomy, considers some of the changes still to come.
Poultry gatherings banned amid spate of avian flu cases
8th November 2021
The ban comes into force today (8th November) after another case of H5N1 was confirmed in Warwickshire.
The Journey Ahead: New book sees industry experts helping farmers
5th November 2021
A new book designed to help farmers plan ahead for the future, developed by The Farming Community Network (FCN) charity with input from more than 40 different organisations and experts, launches today.
COP26: Farming groups react to methane slash pledge
5th November 2021
The EU and US announced a global partnership to cut methane emissions by 2030.
UK dairy roadmap announces historic net zero climate ambition
4th November 2021
The UK Dairy Roadmap initiative has launched its climate ambition for the dairy sector, announcing historic and ambitious commitments to improve the sustainability of dairy.
Chief vets declare avian flu prevention zone across GB
4th November 2021
Following avian influenza outbreaks in England, Scotland and Wales, it is now a legal requirement for all bird keepers in Great Britain to follow strict biosecurity measures.
