Farming community ‘frustrated’ over Morrisons move towards New Zealand lamb

The British farming community has criticised Morrisons for dropping its pledge to source only British lamb. 

Kent-based beef farm fined £12k following bull escape 

A Kent-based farming business has been fined by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) for breaches that placed employees at risk over many years, including an escaped bull.

Industry responds to delay of controversial Welsh Sustainable Farming Scheme

The Welsh Government has just announced a new timeline for the Sustainable Farming Scheme. The introduction of the controversial scheme has been delayed.

Welsh farmers join protest in Cardiff

Welsh farmers joined a protest in Cardiff yesterday, which coincided with the announcement that the Sustainable Farming Scheme (SFS) transition will be delayed until 2026. 

Carbon credits: A threat or opportunity for farmers? 

With recent figures showing over half of farm sales last year were to non-farmers, and reports of farmers being outbid for land that is being put into woodland or other offsetting projects, we explore the threats and opportunities of these schemes.

What can farmers expect from Farm to Fork Summit 2024? 

The government’s Farm to Fork Summit, held in Downing Street today, is set to present a “significant opportunity” to tackle issues facing UK farmers, as well as the country’s food supply chain. 

How to protect your farm from animal activists

An agricultural solicitor has shared helpful advice for the UK agri-food sector following the rise in incidents of animal activism.

Harvest rush expected to bring spike in crashes with agricultural vehicles  

As farmers begin the harvest season and agricultural traffic increases, all countryside road users are being warned to take extra care over the coming months. 

Welsh farmers will protest on World Farmers Day

Welsh farmers are planning to drive their tractors through Cardiff on World Farmers Day to show their dissatisfaction with governmental policies. 

Seasonal worker visa route extended following labour shortages

The government has just announced that the seasonal worker visa route will be extended until 2029 following labour shortages. 

Dale Farm co-op makes largest investment in Northern Ireland’s agri-food industry 

Dairy cooperative Dale Farm has just announced the largest investment in Northern Ireland’s agri-food industry.

Search for Wales woman farmer of the year has begun

The Wales woman farmer of the year competition launches for its 26th year to celebrate the contribution of women in the Welsh farming industry.

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