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“Must be done to minimise the risk,” said NFU Cymru while urging the UK government to tighten border controls to help protect the Welsh livestock industry as the fears over foot-and-mouth disease are increasing. 

Tilly Pass provides guidance on health and safety this harvest, including checks on kit, visibility on the road and towing safety.

Campaigner Farmers To Action has invited farmers from all over England to take part in ‘Say No to Labour’ demonstrations.

Defra has pledged to tackle illegal meat imports by offering £3.1 million in funding for checks at the Port of Dover in 2025/2026. However, the port authority said that this is not enough to protect the livestock sector from potentially devastating disease outbreaks. 

Scottish farm incomes experienced a sharp decline in 2023/24, with farm profits being cut by half, the Scottish Government confirmed.

Two lagers from Jeremy Clarkson’s brewery Hawkstone have been recalled due to risks to consumers with severe allergies and intolerance.  

Farming campaigners sent an open letter to minister Daniel Zeichner, calling on the government to reverse its cap on Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) applications and explore a basic income for all agricultural workers.

Former NFU president and Wiltshire farmer, Baroness Minette Batters, has been appointed to lead a review of farm profitability.

Land manager Rory Hodgson explores the benefits of getting involved in BNG with Environment Bank. He explains how many farmers are getting involved with BNG Habitat Banks, and how this can support farming.

Inviting local MPs to your farm is one of the best ways to build meaningful, long-term relationships with them, NFU encourages.  

Scottish dairy brand, Graham’s Family Dairy, has seen a record rise in shoppers prioritising protein as the trend moves beyond athletes and gym-goers.

In today’s dynamic business landscape, the integration of self storage facilities into farming operations presents a range of benefits and revenue-generating opportunities for agricultural enterprises.