Author Posts: Farmers Guide
Animal activists scale Defra building in protest against meat industry
26th October 2021
The animal rights and climate activists are planning an extended stand-off with the police, intending to stay on the building until the government agrees to their demands of defunding the meat industry.
Nov 2021
Are you ready? Preparing farmers for the future
26th October 2021
What will your farm look like in five, 10 or even 30 years, and what actions can you take now to create that new future?
Diversified farms could benefit as holidaymakers look for dog friendly options
24th October 2021
Ninety-five per cent of dog owners are looking to take their pet on holiday, research from leading rural insurer NFU Mutual has revealed, providing farms with hospitality diversifications a potential market boost.
Claas opts for larger, airier space at Agritechnica 2022
23rd October 2021
Claas has confirmed it will be attending Agritechnica next February. However, instead of its normal stand in Hall 13, the company is breaking new ground by moving to the EXPO Pavilions in the middle of the exhibition grounds.
Fears of UK farmers being undercut by New Zealand trade deal
22nd October 2021
Boris Johnson seals free trade deal with New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern. What does this mean for UK farmers?
Celebrity farmer Adam Henson shares top safety tips with agriculture workers
21st October 2021
Farmer and TV presenter Adam Henson has shared his top tips to help keep fellow agriculture workers safe while carrying out work on farmland.
RABI responds to crisis in pig sector
21st October 2021
Responding to the current crisis in the British pig industry, leading farming charity, RABI, has announced the immediate availability of additional support to those affected.
Top tips for maintaining soil health
21st October 2021
Cultivation measures need to evolve in-line with the increasing move towards regenerative agricultural practices, according to independent soil and cultivations consultant Philip Wright.
Hydrogen-powered JCB loadall unveiled with Prime Minister, Boris Johnson
20th October 2021
JCB is investing £100 million on a project to produce super-efficient hydrogen engines, the company announced today.
Urgent call for farmers to sign up for Farmer Time due to huge demand
20th October 2021
The digital learning scheme allows farmers to talk directly with children to help them learn more about farming and food. It is now so popular that more farmers are urgently needed to join in.
Classic David Brown models celebrate 60th anniversary
20th October 2021
The David Brown Tractor Club is preparing to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the popular 880 and 990 models by giving the public a chance to see some of the oldest examples in person.
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Farmers discover unexpected benefits of labour shortages
20th October 2021
An imperfect storm of Brexit and Covid, plus a stronger pound making the EU more attractive for European seasonal labourers, saw casual labour disappear overnight. Suddenly, automation is not just a choice, but a necessity.