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‘Diddly Squat: ‘Til the Cows Come Home’ is a collection of Clarkson’s latest Sunday Times columns, detailing the next instalment of his farming adventure.

As farmers face severe cost pressures, the Ruminant Health & Welfare group has issued a reminder of the legal requirement to provide calves with at least two milk feeds a day until 28 days of age.

After the Queen died peacefully at Balmoral yesterday afternoon (8th September), farming organisations expressed gratitude for her long-serving commitment to farming and rural life.

New Defra minister of state Mark Spencer was a key figure in Boris Johnson’s government and has a strong farming background.

George Eustice has been sacked in the Cabinet reshuffle, having supported Rishi Sunak due to questions over Liz Truss’ commitment to animal welfare in international trade deals.

Liz Truss has officially become the UK Prime Minister today after meeting the Queen at Balmoral, having defeated Rishi Sunak in the leadership race.

Sheep farmers are being warned of a continued blowfly strike risk this autumn, with the likelihood of a period of mild and wet weather.

CF Fertilisers UK is set to temporarily halt ammonia production at its Billingham complex, while Yara has announced further curtailments.

NatWest research shows the majority of farmers surveyed had to put climate action on hold due to rising costs.

Long-standing John Deere dealer JW Doubleday will be sold to Ben Burgess in line with the manufacturer’s Dealer of Tomorrow strategy.

Defra has set out measures to increase access to bedding, fodder, grazing and forage.

Chief vet urges bird keepers to maintain strict biosecurity measures until further notice.