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Concerns over fertiliser shortage as CF workers plan to strike

Loading workers at CF Fertilisers’ Billingham factory will strike over pay.

New trailer mounted slurry separator launched

Vogelsang has launched a new trailer mounted XSplit unit to appeal to contractors and multi-site farms looking to improve slurry quality before application.

RVT expands New Holland territory with acquisition

Rea Valley Tractors, dealer for New Holland, JCB and Kuhn, has acquired neighbouring dealer, Russells’ Cubley branch.

A tool for every cultivation dilemma

Tillage-Live visitors will be able to see the latest Amazone kit working in the field, with solutions for changing crop establishment trends.

How to minimise grassweed risk when drilling early

With many growers contemplating drilling earlier this autumn, Farmers Guide looks at how to minimise risks from grassweeds when drilling earlier.

Free potato store fogging treatments up for grabs

UPL is offering 30 free potato store fogging treatments in September.

New spot spraying upgrades enhance accuracy and control

A Norfolk onion grower is delighted with his improved post-emergence weed control and reduced chemical costs.

Calf scour: Another tool in the armoury

Locatim boosts the protection of newborn calves by flooding the gut with high levels of protective antibodies.

Unique box filler impresses UK potato supplier

After putting a unique box and bag unloader through its paces, AKP Group has reported a 33% increase in efficiency and a 50% reduction in forklift movements.

The detail behind slurry tanker manufacturing

Joskin is a company best known for its galvanised slurry tankers. Farmers Guide took a tour of the Belgium HQ and production facilities.

Vet recognised for “tireless” work for UK farming 

Cumbrian vet David Black has been a pioneer of cattle IVF and says farmers are part of the solution on sustainability.

13-year-old girl charged after deliberate barn fire

Police Scotland have confirmed the update after a barn fire in Alness, Ross-shire in August.

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