Author Posts: Farmers Guide
Vegan activists publish locations of 9,000 dairy farmers online
29th January 2019
UK dairy farmers fear protests after vegan activists publish over 9,000 contact details through an online interactive map, entitled ‘Project CALF’.
MSG seeking extension on metaldehyde withdrawal period
29th January 2019
The Metaldehyde Stewardship Group (MSG) has submitted a case to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) to extend the withdrawal period of metaldehyde from 18 to 24 months for professional use slug pellet products.
AF delivers £1m back to members including first general rebate
29th January 2019
The AF Group has announced its first general rebate, delivering £300,000 to members from the profits gained after streamlining the business. This, combined with the £700,000 members received through product
Norfolk Farming Conference 2019: Defining the future
29th January 2019
For many UK farmers, the future of agriculture feels uncertain, however for those seeking to identify key opportunities in the UK agricultural landscape, the Norfolk Farming Conference is set to
Väderstad Group turnover exceeds 300 million euros for first time
25th January 2019
Väderstad Group’s turnover exceeded 300 million Euro for the first time in the company’s history for the financial year 2018, increasing by 27%.
Tractor heist victim offers £5,000 reward for information
24th January 2019
£5000 cash reward for information regarding coordinated tractor heist in Burton-on-Trent.
Record results in Wynnstay’s Centenary year
23rd January 2019
Wynnstay has reported a record year of trading over their financial year ending 31 October 2018, across both agricultural and specialist retail divisions.
Make decisions early on spring seed varieties
23rd January 2019
Growers are being urged to make spring seed decisions early, as popular varieties are likely to be in short supply.
Green farming policy will put IPM at the heart of crop production
21st January 2019
Integrated pest management (IPM) will play increasing role in UK crop production post-Brexit and independent agronomists are leading the way in its implementation on farm.
UK Tractor Registrations 2017 – by manufacturer and brand
21st January 2019
The total number of tractors registered for road use in 2017 was 13,768, including both agricultural tractors (over 50hp) and compact tractors (50hp and below).
UK agricultural tractor 2018 registrations
18th January 2019
As previously reported, overall 2018 registrations of agricultural tractors (over 50hp) were up by less than 1%, compared with 2017.
Claas UK recognises dealer excellence
17th January 2019
The high level of sales, service and support offered by Claas dealers in the UK and Ireland has been recognised by Claas UK in their annual Dealer Awards.