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200 litres of red diesel were stolen from a tractor in the Penrith area, Cumbria Police confirmed. 

Merit Inspection Services shares advice on legal requirements, findings from testing data, and its range of solutions.

The Royal Northern Agricultural Society (RNAS) has unveiled the latest recipients of its annual awards. 

With rural communities increasingly on the frontline of extreme weather and the devastating impacts of flooding, the government just announced the launch of a new partnership that aims to support rural flood resilience and help farmers adapt to a changing climate. 

Tributes have been paid to a Welsh farmer who was found dead in a slurry tank after he was reported missing. 

The UK rural property market offers diverse opportunities and investments, with various sectors experiencing distinct cycles of growth and change. For farmers and landowners, understanding these trends is crucial for making informed decisions, says property expert Carter Jonas.

Suffolk Rural College has announced the appointment of a new farm manager, Toby Greenhalgh. 

Conrad Energy has launched Match+ to help businesses prove they are directly matching 100% of their consumption with renewable energy.

A Lancashire farmer has cheated death after crashing into an electricity pole and bringing down overhead electricity lines carrying 6,600 volts.  

Households have been warned they could face fines of up to £1,300 for using fireplaces this autumn and winter. 

A 10-year-old boy, Thomas Bull, was crushed to death by a quadbike after taking the vehicle without his parents’ permission, an inquest heard. 

There has been a 27% drop in UK exports, and a 32% drop in imports to and from the EU since 2021, with farming one of the worst affected industries.