Author Posts: Sarah Kidby

Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed at premises in Gwynedd and Pembrokeshire.

Resurgence of interest in the Group 3 soft wheat variety Merit comes as no surprise to one Lincolnshire grower.

Experts are reporting some of the largest, sweetest shop-bought blackberries ever seen – but their hedgerow counterparts have suffered.

Ahead of the October launch of the Lodi Gems Harmonix Rodent Paste, Lodi looks at best practices in rodent control on farm, and the new potential of its next generation active and mode of action.

New Group 2 milling wheat Mayflower lived up to its promise with farmers reporting impressive yields and high protein levels following this year’s harvest.

Farming industry representatives welcomed Liz Truss’ energy support package outlined this Thursday (8th September), but warned more needs to be done to protect livelihoods and food security.

The National Office of Animal Health (NOAH) has launched a campaign inviting farmers, veterinary and industry professionals to pledge their support for the Livestock Vaccination Guideline that is paving the way for improved welfare, productivity and sustainability on UK farms.

After the Queen died peacefully at Balmoral yesterday afternoon (8th September), farming organisations expressed gratitude for her long-serving commitment to farming and rural life.

New Defra minister of state Mark Spencer was a key figure in Boris Johnson’s government and has a strong farming background.

Longstanding agricultural machinery supplier Ripon Farm Services (RFS) has recently moved into a new depot at the 30-acre Eden Business Park near Malton, North Yorkshire.

George Eustice has been sacked in the Cabinet reshuffle, having supported Rishi Sunak due to questions over Liz Truss’ commitment to animal welfare in international trade deals.

South East Water is offering farmers in the region funding and support to help increase their farm’s resilience to future droughts.