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Tributes have been paid to a Welsh farmer who was found dead in a slurry tank after he was reported missing. 

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.

Suffolk Rural College has announced the appointment of a new farm manager, Toby Greenhalgh. 

Conrad Energy has launched Match+ to help businesses prove they are directly matching 100% of their consumption with renewable energy.

A Lancashire farmer has cheated death after crashing into an electricity pole and bringing down overhead electricity lines carrying 6,600 volts.  

Households have been warned they could face fines of up to £1,300 for using fireplaces this autumn and winter. 

A 10-year-old boy, Thomas Bull, was crushed to death by a quadbike after taking the vehicle without his parents’ permission, an inquest heard. 

There has been a 27% drop in UK exports, and a 32% drop in imports to and from the EU since 2021, with farming one of the worst affected industries.

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. 

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

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

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