National Food Strategy published with mixed recommendations for the future of farming
15th July 2021
The second half of the report into our nations eating habits looks to examine the strengths and flaws of the entire food system from farm to fork.
Animal Rebellion stages a blockade at McDonald’s factory
15th July 2021
Activists are demanding that McDonald’s switch to a fully plant-based menu by 2025.
British National Ploughing Championships set to return for 2021
15th July 2021
After having to sadly cancel the 2020 championships the Society of Ploughmen have confirmed that they will be going ahead with the event this Autumn. This will mark the national championships 70th year.
Morrisons reassures UK farmers over £6.3bn takeover
14th July 2021
Farmers have raised concerns over whether a future owner of Morrisons would stand by its payment practices and relationships with food producers.
The CropTec Show returns for live event in 2021
14th July 2021
The CropTec Show will open its doors once again to visitors at the East of England Showground in Peterborough on 24-25 November 2021.
“We must support the diversity of farms” – Prince Charles
14th July 2021
In a new essay for the BBC Radio 4 Today programme, Prince Charles has praised those working towards a sustainable food system, whilst issuing a warning that the future of the family farm is in danger.
Speculation rife over potential second series of Clarkson’s Farm
13th July 2021
Recent comments by Jeremy Clarkson sparked fears that the hit Amazon Prime show would not be renewed for a second series – prompting outrage from fans.
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Fruit Focus returns to Kent this summer
12th July 2021
Fruit Focus 2021, the premier event for the fruit industry, will open its doors to physical visitors on 21st July 2021 with no restrictions.
FCN charity founder Christopher Jones to celebrate 80th birthday
12th July 2021
The founder and honorary president of the Farming Community Network (FCN) charity, Christopher Jones MBE, is celebrating his 80th birthday on Thursday 15th July.
Hare coursing: Farmers continue to pay the price for criminals’ favourite sport
9th July 2021
Despite being banned in 2004 as part of the Hunting Act, hare coursing remains a costly and distressing problem for farmers across the UK
New specialist police unit to target construction plant and agricultural machinery theft
9th July 2021
The theft of equipment from construction sites and farms has a significant impact on the businesses targeted from both the loss and replacement of the equipment taken, in addition to the cost of temporarily reduced activity and downtime within these sectors.
New income streams for diversifying farms
7th July 2021
This time last week the Farmers Guide team attended the Cereals event in Lincolnshire. Here’s what we discovered about the evolving farm diversification industry.