Author Posts: Aleksandra Cupriak
Welsh farmer, 85, sentenced after she ‘failed miserably’ to care for her livestock
8th October 2024
An 85-year-old Welsh farmer has been handed a suspended sentence following charges relating to causing unnecessary suffering to sheep and cattle, with some “being eaten live by flies”.
Campaigners call for ‘rooftop-first’ approach to solar panels on farmland
8th October 2024
The Countryside Alliance has responded to the government’s proposed reforms to the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), highlighting its key concerns and advocating for a ‘rooftop-first’ approach to solar installations on farmland.
£160m boost for UK poultry industry announced as exports to South Africa restart
7th October 2024
Defra has just announced that UK farmers and traders will once again be able to export poultry to South Africa, bringing up to £160 million to industry over the next five years.
Jeremy Clarkson’s Hawkstone beer hits SPAR shelves
7th October 2024
Fans of Clarkson’s Farm will be happy to learn that beers from Jeremy Clarkson’s brewery are now available at SPAR stores across the North of England.
Welsh farmer died after overfilled animal feed bin fell on him
7th October 2024
A Welsh farmer died after an overfilled animal feed bin toppled over on him and his son, an inquest has found.
Campey Turf Care Systems recognised as ‘global star’
6th October 2024
Campey Turf Care Systems has been announced as a finalist in the ‘global star’ category in the Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce (GMCC) Excellence Awards.
Organic farm will hold Halloween celebration with 3k pumpkins ready for picking
5th October 2024
The sprawling 12,500-acre organic farm estate, Rhug Estate, has a frightening feast of activities and attractions in store this Halloween, with up to 3,000 pumpkins ready for picking.
Clarkson’s Farm star Kaleb Cooper announces new show to launch in November
4th October 2024
Clarkson’s Farm star Kaleb Cooper is this time flying solo, as Amazon Prime just announced a special show that will be aired in November.
Farmers given access to over 50 years of crop pest and disease data
4th October 2024
An interactive online platform has been launched, allowing public access to over 50 years of arable crop pest and disease data from across England and Wales.
Cumbria: Farm worker died after being run over by tractor
3rd October 2024
A farm worker from Cumbria died after getting out of a tractor which then began to move and collided with him, an inquest heard.
Dairy Industry Award 2024: ‘It’s a rare privilege to spend a lifetime doing what you love’
3rd October 2024
Dairy Industry Award 2024 has been allocated to the chairman of Wyke Farms, John Clothier, celebrating his 70 years of passionate work in the dairy industry.
National Carrot Day 2024: Growers underline the importance of British-grown produce
3rd October 2024
National Carrot Day 2024 is taking place today, with the aim to encourage people to buy and eat more British-grown carrots.