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Farm deaths fell to a five-year low of 21 in 2019/20 according to the HSE’s latest figures, released today (20th July) to coincide with the start of Farm Safety Week.

Stated to be “the app farmers have been waiting for”, Fieldmargin collates mapping, issue tracking, field work, inputs and reporting into one place.

Having made a name for itself by saving farmers hours a week on paperwork, Herdwatch has now released its NextGen app, which brings a range of new features, as well as being even faster and easier to use. It is the best performing and most cost-effective farm software in the UK and Ireland.

The Cowconnect app package for weighing and feeding transforms how you feed your cows, and mixes a daily ration matched to changing levels of herd performance.

When you think of a traditional accounting practice your first thought probably isn’t ‘cutting edge technology’ and for most firms you’re right. Many accounting firms have not embraced technology and the benefits that come with using cloud-based accounting applications. We use applications for all aspects of our business because it allows us to take our business anywhere.

Faulty vehicles and machinery have been noted as key reasons for farm deaths and injuries in the past, which underlines the importance of finding simple, effective ways to ensure vehicles and equipment are well-maintained.

Increase productivity, save time, manage costs and risk with RHIZA’s mobile app.

Skippy Scout is a crop monitoring application that uses drones to automatically capture images to offer arable farmers vital broad acre crop insight. 

As Covid-19 continues to prevent many forms of face to face interaction, BASIS is offering candidates the option to complete courses and exams online. This will ensure standards are maintained in the industry and training can continue.

Parts supplier Pan Anglia explains some of the most common reasons for PTO failure and offers tips for safely maintaining machinery.

Homes and businesses across the country will be better protected and more resilient in future after the government revealed its long-term plan to tackle the risks of flooding and coastal erosion.

In an open letter to the Chancellor of the Exchequer, The Rt Hon Rishi Sunak MP, the National Beef Association (NBA) has praised the new ‘Eat out to help out’ initiative, but feels that an opportunity has been missed to help UK food producers.