Author Posts: Aleksandra Cupriak
19 sheep killed and a dog shot dead following two attacks in Cheshire
1st November 2024
19 sheep from a Cheshire farm were killed and others have been injured following two livestock worrying incidents. One of the dogs involved in the attack was killed by a farmer.
Man arrested in relation to £300k cheese theft
31st October 2024
A 63-year-old man has been arrested after over 950 wheels of cheddar, worth £300,000, have been stolen from a London-based artisanal cheese maker.
Farmers warned that weeds are growing rapidly due to warm weather
31st October 2024
Corteva Agriscience is warning farmers that weeds are continuing to emerge and grow in oilseed rape crops later than usual due to unseasonably mild temperatures.
‘Please don’t despair’ – Jeremy Clarkson issues message to farmers on Ag Budget
31st October 2024
TV presenter and farmer Jeremy Clarkson has issued an encouraging message for British farmers following yesterday’s Autumn Budget announcement.
New livestock health web-app for farmers and vets launches
31st October 2024
A new web-app has been launched to enhance health risk management for beef and sheep farmers as well as their vets.
Farmers may face ‘one obstacle too many’ following Ag Budget announcement
30th October 2024
Farming organisations have responded to the Autumn Budget 2024 that was announced earlier today by Chancellor Rachel Reeves, explaining how it will influence farmers and their businesses.
Massey Ferguson introduces six new tractors from 95hp to 145hp
30th October 2024
Massey Ferguson has announced the introduction of the MF 5M Series, which includes six tractors from 95hp up to the new, top 145hp model.
Plans submitted to build new sugar beet drier at Wissington factory
30th October 2024
A planning application has been submitted to build a new beet drier at a Norfolk-based sugar factory.
Expert shares seven steps to help farmers with late autumn drilling
30th October 2024
Farmers with winter wheat still to drill this autumn need to be patient and do all they can to ensure crop establishment and soil health are not compromised following recent wet conditions, said Hutchinsons’ expert.
22 tonnes of cheddar worth £300k have been stolen from artisanal cheese maker
29th October 2024
More than 950 wheels of cheddar, worth £300,000, have been stolen from a London-based artisanal cheese maker.
Budget 2024: Farmers need clarity and protection
29th October 2024
The impact of Budget 2024 announced tomorrow by chancellor Rachel Reeve’s could be wide-ranging for rural and agricultural businesses, stretching from tax policy to national infrastructure investment, a countryside property expert warns.
Farming community disappointed as ATQ for raw cane sugar in 2025 will be maintained
29th October 2024
The NFU has expressed its disappointment with the recent decision made by the government to maintain the autonomous tariff quota for raw cane sugar in 2025.