Author Posts: Sarah Kidby
New strain of bluetongue prompts emergency meetings
11th October 2023
Farmers urged to beware when buying animals in, especially from Europe, as there is increasing concern about the spread of BTV-3 and its proximity to the UK.
“Unprecedented damage” in parts of Scotland after floods
9th October 2023
Farmers met with MSPs to discuss extensive damage caused by flooding over the past three days, which has left significant areas of farmland underwater.
“Deafening silence” from the Big Six as petition passes 50,000 signatures
9th October 2023
A campaign calling for fairer treatment of farmers by supermarkets and their suppliers has gained significant traction – yet organisers say there has been no response from ‘the Big Six’ so far.
OSR: Don’t overlook boron this autumn, farmers warned
9th October 2023
With a challenging autumn for oilseed rape (OSR) establishment so far, looking after and maintaining the momentum of crops that have made it through becomes increasingly important, experts say.
HS2: Landowners urged to seek expert advice
6th October 2023
In light of the prime minister’s recent announcement on HS2, landowners who had their land compulsorily purchased by the government are being urged to seek expert advice if they plan on buying their land back.
Canadian campaign seeks to delay the UK’s entry to CPTPP
3rd October 2023
A trio of Canadian cattle groups has launched a campaign to delay the UK’s entrance to the trade bloc after a dispute over food standards.
Minette Batters: “Really tough” decision to step down from NFU
3rd October 2023
After 10 years as an NFU office holder, Minette Batters will end her presidency in February 2024.
SFI options “must fit the farm”, growers advised
29th September 2023
Do what is right for your farm situation when considering the options available under the new Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI). This was the clear message to over 150 growers who attended a recent open day hosted by the Hutchinsons environmental services team.
Stock levels of vaccine improve following shortages
29th September 2023
The National Sheep Association has welcomed news that stock levels of EAE vaccines are returning to normal.
Garford announces new dealership agreement with Ben Burgess & Co
27th September 2023
Garford Farm Machinery has substantially increased its territory across the East of England with its new distributor agreement.
British Sugar announces minimum price for 2024/25
25th September 2023
As this year’s sugar beet campaign gets into full swing, and growers are planning crop rotations for next year, British Sugar has announced its current offer for the 2024/25 year, plus a ‘market-linked bonus’.
Farming stories: Finding a sense of purpose on the family farm
24th September 2023
A-Plan Rural Insurance sat down with Joanna Shimwell (@dalefarmphotos), who shares her personal farming journey, and her family farm’s wide range of diversifications from the modern day, dating back to its establishment in 1880.