Author Posts: Aleksandra Cupriak
Farmer jailed after causing unnecessary suffering to cows
26th September 2024
A farmer from Northern Ireland was sentenced to 10 months in jail after causing unnecessary suffering to cows.
Number of UK tractor registrations significantly lower than last year
26th September 2024
The number of agricultural tractors being registered in the UK in August was significantly lower than normal, marking an almost 31% decline compared to this time last year.
Morrisons launches farm bus tours for its customers
26th September 2024
Morrisons is launching British farm bus tours, offering its customers a behind-the-scenes perspective of working farms and the chance to meet the makers of their food.
NFU Scotland angry at Lactalis decision to drop dairy suppliers
25th September 2024
NFU Scotland has expressed anger and disappointment at the decision taken by dairy processor Lactalis to serve notice without warning to 12 of its dairy farmer suppliers in South West Scotland.
Farmer Mike Wilkins represents industry at The Great British Bake Off
25th September 2024
Mike Wilkins, a fourth-generation farmer and the young farmer of the year, is a proud representative of the industry at a much-loved baking show, The Great British Bake Off.
Police issues warning after 200 litres of diesel were stolen from tractor
25th September 2024
200 litres of red diesel were stolen from a tractor in the Penrith area, Cumbria Police confirmed.
Irish farmer stands his ground after helicopter lands on his field
24th September 2024
An Irish farmer became famous for standing his ground after a helicopter landed on his field without permission.
Royal Northern Agricultural Society announced this year’s award winners
24th September 2024
The Royal Northern Agricultural Society (RNAS) has unveiled the latest recipients of its annual awards.
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New flooding resilience partnership just launched, promising ‘joint solutions’
23rd September 2024
With rural communities increasingly on the frontline of extreme weather and the devastating impacts of flooding, the government just announced the launch of a new partnership that aims to support rural flood resilience and help farmers adapt to a changing climate.
Welsh farmer found dead in slurry tank
23rd September 2024
Tributes have been paid to a Welsh farmer who was found dead in a slurry tank after he was reported missing.
sugar beet
Sugar beet campaign 2024: BBRO announces changes to its team
23rd September 2024
The British Beet Research Organisation (BBRO) has announced a number of changes to its team, with the aim to continue delivering valuable insights and shape the future of the company.
New farm manager joins Suffolk Rural College
22nd September 2024
Suffolk Rural College has announced the appointment of a new farm manager, Toby Greenhalgh.