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‘Sense of optimism’ as Arla Foods announce milk price increase for June

The Arla Foods on-account price for organic and conventional milk will increase by 0.5 euro cents/kilo from June 2021.

Getting the most from your sugar beet crop

A particularly cold April has put more pressure on sugar beet farmers than usual, making it vital that every possible action is taken to ensure yields are optimised and able to fulfil their potential. The key to achieving this? A robust nutrient management programme.

Surge in sales due to changing weather patterns

With the potato industry having to adapt to a host of market changes and an increasingly changing weather pattern, Scotts has reported a signifficant surge in windrower kits and retro-fit Evolution separator sales

Farrowing crates and new innovations: What’s next for the pig sector?

Jane Jordan explores some of the latest updates for the pig sector, including whether the farrowing crate can survive growing pressure from the welfare lobby; an innovative in-hut creep feeder; and a new intradermal multi-valent vaccine.

Three brothers, three sheds, one successful diversification

The Scott brothers, Charlie, Michael and Andrew, have a strong passion for continuing their family’s arable farm but they soon realised they needed to diversify to strengthen the business. This led to their latest venture – poultry

Withdrawal of key UK seed treatments confirmed

The UK pesticides’ regulatory authority, CRD (Chemicals Regulation Division), has confirmed the imminent withdrawal of several key seed treatments widely used by UK vegetable growers.

Agriculture in the classroom shown to positively impact children’s education and future

A new report by the NFU clearly demonstrates how farming and agriculture can be used effectively in the classroom to deliver crucial science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) lessons through real world examples.

After a delayed start to the season British strawberries hit supermarkets across the UK

The first crops were delayed by poor weather but producers say volumes looking good for the season ahead. With AVA Berries confirming that this week over 74 tonnes of premium Scottish-grown strawberries will hit supermarket shelves across the UK.
 

New tractor safety bumper to prevent crash fatalities

The new Tractor Shield bumper has been designed to help increase the safety of agricultural machines for all road users.

Maintaining OSR progress with Clearfield

A move to Clearfield oilseed rape for the first time last season has made cruciferous weed control much more reliable at Arras Farm on the Yorkshire Wolds near Market Weighton while maintaining the consistent performance progress clear in Chris and Wendy Kendall’s Oilseed YEN competition results.

Why a growing number of farmers are looking to hire

Agriculture is one of the biggest and most important industries in the UK, but has some of the smallest margins to work within. There are many challenges to contend with in a tightening economy and this is a time where everybody is looking to reduce cash flow and achieve value for money. SW Hire explains the benefits of hiring machinery.

Check your grain ventilation fans out of season

Grain cooling and storage specialist Evans & Pearce explains the importance of looking after fans in and out of season, to avoid damage and downtime through dust and moisture build-up.

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