Author Posts: Sarah Kidby
Three arrested after fatal bridge collapse on Lancashire farm
24th January 2022
Lancashire Constabulary has confirmed three arrests have been made following a bridge collapse on a farm that killed one person and hospitalised two others.
Warwickshire farmers benefit from environmental support
24th January 2022
With increasing pressure on farms to reduce environmental impacts and adhere to a rising number of standards, the Arden Farm Wildlife Network allows farmers to access free guidance to improve habitats and, potentially, farm productivity too. Farmers Guide teamed up with The Wildlife Trusts for a series of articles to learn more about its work with farms…
Man dies and several injured after bridge collapsed on farm
19th January 2022
Lancashire Police were called to the scene following reports of a serious accident on Tuesday (18th January).
Should we be worried about the UK’s first human case of H5 avian flu?
14th January 2022
After the first human case of H5 avian flu was detected in the UK, Farmers Guide spoke to virologist Dr Phillip Gould about this rare species jump, and what farmers should be aware of as H5N1 cases escalate in UK birds.
Strong showing for breeder’s varieties on 2022 Descriptive List for pulses
14th January 2022
Peas and beans look set for a good commercial year supported by favourable market conditions confirms Elsoms Seeds’ Jack Holgate.
Pig producers could have access to zinc oxide longer than expected
13th January 2022
The National Pig Association has welcomed an announcement from the Veterinary Medicines Directorate but stressed that the industry must continue preparations for a future without zinc oxide products.
Prince’s charity lodges bid for new agricultural training centre
12th January 2022
In what promises to be a boost for the rural sector, the centre would host events and workshops for secondary school pupils, school leavers and adult learners, as well as existing rural sector workers.
Report highlighting concerns over ELMs should act as a ‘wake-up call’
10th January 2022
A new report has questioned the government’s readiness to deliver the ELM scheme, and raised concerns about its potential impacts for the farming sector.
First human case of H5 avian flu detected in the UK
6th January 2022
Routine testing revealed very rare case of transmission to a human after close contact with infected birds.
A year in Brexit: What does the picture look like now?
5th January 2022
As the UK marks its first tumultuous year outside of the EU, Farmers Guide reflects on the current situation – the outstanding threats, opportunities and what the future may hold for British farmers as a result.
Govt urged to fix “broken” supply chain as farming leaders reflect on new year
5th January 2022
A number of farming organisations have called on the government to support British farmers in 2022 after a year of extraordinary challenges.
Avian flu cases continue into new year
5th January 2022
New cases of H5N1 have been confirmed in Lincolnshire, Cumbria and Berkshire so far this month, as well as a number of new confirmed cases over Christmas and New Year.