Does SpaceX have the answer to the UK’s rural digital divide?
2nd June 2021
Ofcom has indicated that 150,000 residential premises across the UK currently fall below an acceptable level of internet coverage. Elon Musk’s extensive satellite network may finally offer those in rural areas fast, modern broadband.
Cyber security advice for farmers
1st June 2021
The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has collaborated with the National Farmers Union (NFU) to create an informative, useful guide to help farmers stay safe.
June 2021
ELMS and alternative land uses: Key insights for farmers
31st May 2021
Farm consultancy expert Mark Russell, a partner at Carter Jonas, explores how environmental schemes will impact farmers and offers advice on potential alternative income streams.
MPs call for details of Australia deal to be published “without delay”
29th May 2021
The Efra Committee chair has written to Liz Truss highlighting the “distress and concern” caused to British farmers by reports of a zero-tariff, zero-quota trade deal with Australia.
Australia trade deal: NFU set five questions the UK government must answer
28th May 2021
The NFU has outlined five key questions the UK government needs to urgently answer concerning its future trade policy and the continuing negotiations on a free trade agreement (FTA) with Australia.
Updated development rights could help farmers diversify
28th May 2021
The government has revealed plans to update permitted development rights. A move which could help farmers implement diversification on their land.
HS2 “dishonest, misleading and inconsistent” when dealing with farmers complaints
27th May 2021
HS2 Ltd must drastically improve its communication and engagement with farmers affected by the rail project, many of which are left distressed due to uncertainty and mounting financial pressures, the NFU said today.
Farming community saddened by the blow of another fatal accident
26th May 2021
Farming has long been one of the most dangerous industries to work in, with serious accidents and fatalities far more likely than in other sectors. The latest incident occurred on the 12th May, and is currently under investigation.
‘Sense of optimism’ as Arla Foods announce milk price increase for June
26th May 2021
The Arla Foods on-account price for organic and conventional milk will increase by 0.5 euro cents/kilo from June 2021.
May 2021
Three brothers, three sheds, one successful diversification
25th May 2021
The Scott brothers, Charlie, Michael and Andrew, have a strong passion for continuing their family’s arable farm but they soon realised they needed to diversify to strengthen the business. This led to their latest venture – poultry
New tractor safety bumper to prevent crash fatalities
25th May 2021
The new Tractor Shield bumper has been designed to help increase the safety of agricultural machines for all road users.
Prince Charles says small farms “have a huge role in our sustainable future”
24th May 2021
The Prince of Wales has stressed the importance of Britain’s smaller family farms, and called for renewed attempts to create a co-operative to help secure a viable future for farmers – as agriculture faces a period of significant change.