Author Posts: Farmers Guide
Lamb sector under-threat in event of ‘no deal’, CLA warns
16th October 2020
The Country Land and Business Association (CLA), which represents 30,000 rural businesses in England and Wales, has today issued a stark warning to the government on the impact that no-deal would have on Britain’s competitiveness in EU agricultural markets.
Technology Driven – A Decade of Innovation from Martin Lishman
15th October 2020
The past decade has undoubtedly seen some big leaps forward in all aspects of technology. The way we generate, view and use data is changing but also the unexpected problems
Built to perform, designed by you
15th October 2020
The Househam Harrier was developed specifically to meet the needs of professional operators and Househam’s engineers worked closely with customers to deliver a high-output sprayer that places performance, efficiency and comfort at the heart of its design.
Independent trials recognise best performing and most consistent bio-stimulants
15th October 2020
Independent trials conducted in drought prone soils, comparing the performance of commonly used bio-stimulants on Skyfall winter wheat with a 50% fungicide programme, have found AminoA FLO to be one of the best performing and most consistent bio-stimulants in the study.
Top ways to help with mental well-being
15th October 2020
Mental Health is important especially in the agricultural industry, so in honour of #AgMentalHealthWeek, here are some quick hints and handy tips to improve your mental health in minutes.
Ben Burgess Relinquish Manitou Franchise
14th October 2020
Ben Burgess and Manitou formally announce their mutual decision not to renew their Dealership Agreement when it expires on 31st December 2020.
MPs reject bid to protect food standards in Ag Bill debate
13th October 2020
MPs have voted against an amendment to the Agriculture Bill, put forward by the House of Lords, to ensure food imported to the UK matches domestic standards.
OSR establishment is welcome relief after 2019
12th October 2020
Oilseed rape growers across the country are finding this autumn a welcome relief from the disastrous start so many of their crops had with the combination of last season’s dry September and intense cabbage stem flea beetle pressure.
“Stay safe to ensure marts can stay open”
11th October 2020
Rural support charity the Farming Community Network (FCN) has created a video highlighting four key ways that farmers can stay Covid-safe at marts.
Mental health now the main factor in calls to FCN support helpline
9th October 2020
Nearly half of all calls made to The Farming Community Network’s (FCN) support helpline (03000 111 999) over the past four months have related to mental health.
A new brand with women farmers at its heart
9th October 2020
Coffee fans can now buy beans and grounds with a conscience, from a brand created by a woman passionate about supporting female growers who are striving to survive in a male-dominated industry.
Electrical accessory wiring major factor behind tractor fire surge says NFU Mutual
8th October 2020
Overloaded battery terminals are contributing to a large number of tractor fires, research by rural insurer NFU Mutual has revealed.