Labour Party Conference: What has Steve Reed said about the ag budget?
25th September 2024
The ag budget has formed a key part of discussions at this year’s Labour Party Conference, with farming groups urging the government to make good on food security promises.
farm produce
Farmers encouraged to add value to their produce
25th September 2024
Have you done the hard and stressful work growing your produce, and then you just watch your buyers process it to sell on at a higher price? Rural Asset Finance is encouraging farmers to keep that extra profit for themselves by implementing new ideas.
Farmers can diversify in just 90 days with off-grid cabins
25th September 2024
As the costs of farming rise and the demand for unique rural escapes grows, many farmers are turning to off-grid cabins to diversify their income without disrupting their core farming activities.
Solar energy
Check out how Herefordshire farm transformed with solar energy
25th September 2024
As energy prices soar, farmers have been feeling the strain, and a mixed-use farm in Hereford was no exception. Check out how an innovative approach from DW Energy Ltd has transformed its energy challenges into a story of sustainability and savings.
Police issues warning after 200 litres of diesel were stolen from tractor
25th September 2024
200 litres of red diesel were stolen from a tractor in the Penrith area, Cumbria Police confirmed.
OCT 2024
Are your trailer brakes up to scratch?
24th September 2024
Merit Inspection Services shares advice on legal requirements, findings from testing data, and its range of solutions.
Royal Northern Agricultural Society announced this year’s award winners
24th September 2024
The Royal Northern Agricultural Society (RNAS) has unveiled the latest recipients of its annual awards.
environmental
New flooding resilience partnership just launched, promising ‘joint solutions’
23rd September 2024
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.
Welsh farmer found dead in slurry tank
23rd September 2024
Tributes have been paid to a Welsh farmer who was found dead in a slurry tank after he was reported missing.
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Navigating the UK rural property market: trends and opportunities
23rd September 2024
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.
New farm manager joins Suffolk Rural College
22nd September 2024
Suffolk Rural College has announced the appointment of a new farm manager, Toby Greenhalgh.
OCT 2024
New tool for reducing carbon footprint
20th September 2024
Conrad Energy has launched Match+ to help businesses prove they are directly matching 100% of their consumption with renewable energy.