Author Posts: Sarah Kidby
A year on the farm: Disaster, chaos, general annoyance, and a true love of farming
19th November 2021
After Clarkson’s Farm aired on Prime Video, viewers tuned in to witness farm manager Kaleb Cooper regularly lose his temper with Jeremy Clarkson’s attempts at farming. Now, Clarkson’s much-awaited book, Diddly Squat: A Year on the Farm has been released. Farmers Guide got hold of a copy and it is everything you would expect and more…
New avian flu cases in Dorset
19th November 2021
Testing is underway to determine the pathogenicity of avian influenza H5N1, confirmed in commercial poultry.
Managing grassland effectively during high fertiliser pricing
19th November 2021
With fertiliser costs spiking, effective management of your grassland is vital for ensuring growth potential and a strong ROI. On a recent Yara ‘Grow the Future’ podcast, Philip Cosgrave, country grassland agronomist at Yara, offered his thoughts and advice considering the current circumstances.
Further cases of avian flu confirmed in commercial poultry
18th November 2021
H5N1 has been confirmed at premises near Kirkham, Lancashire, and South Derbyshire.
Maximising nutrient use amid fertiliser shortages
18th November 2021
With nitrogen fertiliser supplies likely to be strained this autumn, maximising plant health with key nutrients will support strong crop development and help make the most of limited inputs.
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.
Avian flu: How to manage the risk on your farm
17th November 2021
As the avian influenza season gets underway – with seven cases across GB so far this outbreak – Farmers Guide spoke to vets and industry bodies for some guidance for poultry farmers.
Grassland management at the forefront of Aberdeen Angus system
17th November 2021
At the award-winning Trefnant Hall Farm, making the most of every sward is the priority for creating a profitable beef and sheep enterprise.
£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”.
North Country Cheviot sees record-breaking sales season
16th November 2021
The North Country Cheviot Sheep Society is celebrating a surge in the breed’s popularity.
Call for action as farm fire costs rise by 40%
15th November 2021
NFU Mutual is urging farmers to have fire plans in place as claims statistics reveal the cost of farm fires shot up in 2020.
Two further cases of avian influenza in England
15th November 2021
Highly pathogenic H5N1 has been confirmed in Lancashire and North Yorkshire.