Author Posts: Sarah Kidby
Claydon patents revoked after infringement dispute
18th June 2021
Following a legal dispute with Mzuri, strip tillage seed drill manufacturer, Claydon Yield-o-Meter Limited has had a UK and EU patent revoked due to ‘lack of inventiveness’ over existing prior art and ‘prior use of the invention in public’.
Sausage wars: What does the outcome of G7 mean for farmers?
15th June 2021
“Give and take” will be needed to overcome growing tensions over the Northern Ireland protocol and avoid a trade war, as growing tensions between the UK and the EU cast a shadow over G7.
Oatly accused of ‘bullying’ British family farm in trademark row
15th June 2021
Multi-billion-dollar oat drink company Oatly has come under fire after suing a small Cambridgeshire farm for alleged trademark infringement, with consumers and farmers alike left bewildered by the accusation.
Luxury leather and country gifts brand expands its range
14th June 2021
For those seeking a gift or special treat with a country or equestrian-inspired feel, we spoke to Greg Barrington Haston-Copeland, director at Grays 1922, which sells a popular range of luxury leather handbags, wallets and purses, as well as country-themed gifts.
Over a dozen lambs killed in ‘deliberate’ dog attack in Nottinghamshire
14th June 2021
A total of 18 lambs died after they were discovered dead or seriously injured, in a dog attack that is believed to be deliberate.
New tech to boost cow productivity and sustainability
14th June 2021
Dairy technology company Waikato Milking Systems has introduced an exciting new product to help farmers make better long-term decisions for care of their herd, and their dairy businesses.
Blowfly strike risk now rising, forecasters warn
10th June 2021
Despite a late start to the strike season, warming temperatures mean blowflies are emerging in greater numbers, according to the latest update from Nadis and Elanco.
New ‘Lameness Game’ to help sheep farmers cut antibiotic use
8th June 2021
A citizen science study is aiming to explore how easy it is to spot lameness in sheep using a simulation game, to help fight antimicrobial resistance.
New FarmHub directory from Farmers Guide launches next week
4th June 2021
Farmers Guide has created a brand new online portal to advise and enhance your farm businesses. FarmHub is a comprehensive directory of recommended companies and specialist insight into our most popular subjects.
Dairy facing “extremely challenging year”, unions warn
3rd June 2021
Spiralling production costs and variable milk prices have prompted farm leaders to warn that dairy farmers are having to produce a quality product at unsustainable prices.
Donations hit over £8K for young tractor scam victim
2nd June 2021
Teenager Harvey Waters is “ecstatic” as well-wishers donate thousands of pounds to help him, after he lost his savings to an eBay tractor scam.
World Milk Day celebrates sustainability in the dairy sector
1st June 2021
Farmers and consumers across the globe are celebrating the nutritional and economic importance of milk and dairy products today (1st June), with a special focus on sustainability.