Author Posts: Sarah Kidby

Avian flu: Farmers urged to remain vigilant as prevention zone lifted

Chief vets from England, Scotland and Wales warn that “low risk does not mean no risk” as AIPZ lifted and bird gatherings permitted once more.

Campaign offers cattle farmers extra support on parasite control

Dairy and beef farmers are being urged to change just one thing to improve parasite control, as part of a new campaign by Boehringer Ingelheim to help farmers implement practical, impactful changes.

Queen’s speech: What does it mean for agriculture?

Rural groups have welcomed moves to tackle certain rural crimes, as well as red tape around planning permission, but reiterated calls to ensure food imports match domestic standards.

Jamie Oliver hit by thieves who stole new tractor and trailer

The TV chef used trackers and CCTV to trace criminals who raided his country estate in Essex.

Animal welfare and farmer well-being go hand in hand

To mark Mental Health Awareness Week 2021, beef, sheep and poultry farmer, Ian Alderson from South Shropshire, and David Anderson from the VetPartners Wellbeing Group discuss the importance of taking care not just of your livestock but also prioritising your own physical and mental health.

Health is wealth: Demystifying poultry supplements

With a dizzying range of vitamin-enriched poultry supplements available on the market, Ricky Love from AFS Supplies simplifies the key principles of poultry health and nutrition.

Farm moves with the times for spring bull sale

This year, the eleventh annual spring auction sale of Hereford bulls posed a difficulty for Scottish breeders Ervie Hereford, as the national Covid-19 lockdown meant it was impractical to expect many bull customers to attend on sale day. The Douglas family decided this was the year for a livestreamed auction.

What sprays are available for your grain stores in 2021? And which is the best?

Martin Cobbald from pest control experts Dealey Environmental Ltd, gives you the run-down on what chemicals are available in 2021 for grain store spraying, in the latest video for Farmers Guide.

Pre-harvest checklist: Get grain stores harvest-ready

Dealey Environmental has put together five top tips to help you to prepare stores ahead of the harvest, so you can keep your grain in good order.

Fundraiser set up for teenager left devastated by tractor scam

Teenager Harvey Waters lost more than £8,000 to a rogue eBay tractor seller, having worked hard to save up for the tractor he had wanted since he was a child.

What does the future hold for the sheep sector?

A few months on from the official end to the transition period, livestock editor Sarah Kidby explores the key challenges and opportunities facing the sheep sector.

Canadian manufacturer invests in UK agriculture

Canada’s leading wearing parts manufacturer, Bourgault Tillage Tools, has set up a subsidiary business, BTT UK Ltd, based in Peterborough.

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