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NFU demands investigation into the egg supply chain amid national crisis

As UK egg producers continue to face the threat of going out of business, the NFU is calling for Defra to urgently look into whether an “exceptional market conditions” declaration should be made under section 20 of the Agriculture Act 2020.

Midlands Machinery Show – a great day out for all

Machine versatility, making the most of inputs, and soil health were key themes at the two-day Midlands Machinery Show, which attracted a large number of visitors.

Kuhn unveils new and improved lightweight drill

Kuhn has recently launched an improved, lightweight Megant drill featuring new tine coulters, an updated terminal, and the option to add a second hopper so farmers can drill two crops in one go.

Mild autumn weather leads to increased winter cropping

More farmers are planning to harvest winter crops in 2023 according to AHDB’s Early Bird Survey, likely due to the favourable weather conditions and wider drilling window this autumn.

“Few benefits” for farmers in Chancellor Hunt’s Autumn Statement

In his Autumn Statement announcement yesterday (17th November), Chancellor Jeremy Hunt set out a number of tax measures targeting high earners and those who receive dividend payments, as well as further support with energy bills.

Live sales ring offers a market for every calf and value to producers

As more calves flood the market than ever before, dairy calf producers are being reminded to choose marketing routes wisely to ensure they are paid a fair price for their livestock.

Planning your lambing checklist now could be “a huge time saver”

Lambing season is by far the most demanding time of year for sheep farmers, which is why livestock farmers and Nettex area business managers, Jane Moodie and Gwyn James recommend taking a checklist approach to pre-lambing preparation.

NI farmers warned of increased liver fluke risk in ruminants this winter

The Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute (AFBI) said the risk of liver fluke infection in sheep and cattle will be moderate to high in the Central, South and East regions of Northern Ireland (NI) and a high prevalence of the disease is expected in the West this winter.

Surveillance data shows Mycoplasma bovis is more common than expected

Testing and prevention of Mycoplasma bovis is of increasing importance in both beef and dairy sectors as new surveillance data reveals the disease is more common than previously thought.

Organic and low-input farmers offered free advice on changing farm payments

Nature-friendly farmers can access free business advice to help with the transition away from BPS payments via a series of events organised by the Soil Association.

Five ways the Autumn Budget Statement could affect your finances

Financial advice firm NFU Mutual outlines what to look out for in Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s upcoming Autumn Budget Statement on 17th November and how the changes could affect the public purse.

Support is available to poultry farmers affected by housing order

Farming charity RABI is reminding poultry farmers of the support services available following the introduction of Defra’s Avian Influenza Prevention Zone (AIPZ) across England.

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