Police issue warning following rural burglaries and farm thefts 

High-value items, including quad bikes, trailers and power tools have recently been stolen from properties in Powys area in Wales, police confirmed. As a result, officers from the Dyfed Powys Police are advising the farming community to take some simple steps to reduce the risk of becoming victims of burglaries or thefts. 

Over a dozen people killed on farms since April 

The HSE has been notified of 13 farm deaths since 1st April, with eight deaths linked to transport.

Tractor driver airlifted to hospital after crash

A tractor driver has been airlifted to hospital following a crash in North Yorkshire.

Trailer safety: The ‘root’ to success

As agricultural machines begin transporting root crops, industry groups have come together for a new campaign to ensure trailer safety.

British beef export market may lose over £500m, industry leaders warn

The British meat industry is warning that beef exports can be “ceased overnight” as Defra is failing to comply with the EU’s new regulations. 

‘Farmer the new poor’ – Thousands of Australian farmers attend protest in Canberra

Thousands of Australian farmers protested in front of Parliament House, showcasing their dissatisfaction with government farming policies. 

Crimestoppers launched first ever cross-border rural crime campaign

Crimestoppers has partnered with Cumbria, Lancashire, North Yorkshire, Northumbria, Cleveland and Durham police forces to help tackle cross-border rural crime. 

Lib Dem MP Alistair Carmichael elected as new EFRA chair

Liberal Democrat MP and farmer Alistair Carmichael has been elected as the new chair of the cross-party Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee that scrutinises Defra’s work in Parliament. 

Extreme weather could cause food shortages and riots in coming years

British farmers warn that extreme weather could cause food shortages and riots in the next decade. 

Farmers asked to choose nine AHDB Sector Council members

Levy payers are being asked to vote to ratify nine appointments across AHDB’s four Sector Councils, following an open and competitive selection process.

Defra underspent ag budget by £358m, new report confirms

The underspend of the agriculture budget over three years has been called a “kick in the teeth” for farmers and growers.

Govt urged to increase ag budget on Back British Farming Day

The government is being urged to value UK food security by increasing the current agricultural budget.

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