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Dover farmers staged a tractor protest at a supermarket to show their disapproval of cheap foreign food imports.

Scientists have grown beef cells inside grains of rice with the aim of creating cheaper and more eco-friendly food. 

On Thursday, 8th February, Cheshire Farm Machinery hosted their annual open day, where both new and existing customers had the opportunity to explore a variety of agricultural machinery.

New BNG rules present an opportunity for farmers and landowners to rent out less productive land to developers, who are now required to provide at least 10% BNG.

“Enough is enough,” say Irish farmers as they threaten to target county council meetings around the country, protesting against rising costs and increased regulations. 

Jeremy Clarkson’s name has been mentioned by a group of pro-green Conservative MPs who would like to make it easier for farmers to open farm shops. 

Shropshire farmers have been warned to protect their farms against crime following recent farm burglary and vehicle thefts. 

20 tractors pulled up outside Rural Affairs Minister Lesley Griffiths’ office, as farming industry leaders urge that protests and blockading public roads should always be “the last resort” following strike concerns in Wales.

Farmers are being encouraged to try out business diversification and start planning how to introduce agritourism on their farms ahead of this summer.

UK Agricultural Finance believes in supporting farmers to invest in their agricultural business with farm loans. Many established farm businesses that have been in the family for a long time will require some form of restructuring, and this may require restructuring finance.

Drone technology is poised to bring about a significant transformation in crop research in the coming years, according to agronomy company Agrii.

An unusual box of chocolates has been launched just before Valentine’s Day. Tenderstem broccoli has dared to marry its flavours with premium British chocolatier, Chococo, for this limited-edition, divisive new gift.