Birth of rare Dexter twins announced in The Times

Announcing births in The Times newspaper is usually reserved for the more well to do members of British society. But this week a pair of very well bred cows had their moment of fame instead. 

New FarmHub directory from Farmers Guide launches next week

Farmers Guide has created a brand new online portal to advise and enhance your farm businesses. FarmHub is a comprehensive directory of recommended companies and specialist insight into our most popular subjects.

Dairy facing “extremely challenging year”, unions warn

Spiralling production costs and variable milk prices have prompted farm leaders to warn that dairy farmers are having to produce a quality product at unsustainable prices.

Does SpaceX have the answer to the UK’s rural digital divide?

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.

Dog attack causes pregnant Highland cow death

Gladis, a pregnant Highland cow and her unborn calf have sadly died in Dorset after a dog attack.

New coalition urges national sky lantern ban

The message from leading farming, environment, animal and fire organisations is that the government should act now to make the use of sky lanterns illegal.

World Milk Day celebrates sustainability in the dairy sector

Farmers and consumers across the globe are celebrating the nutritional and economic importance of milk and dairy products today (1st June), with a special focus on sustainability.

Cyber security advice for farmers

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.

ELMS and alternative land uses: Key insights for farmers

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.

First number plate online auction – all farm-themed

A young farmer has diversified and started an online auction for farming-related personalised number plates.

MPs call for details of Australia deal to be published “without delay”

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.

Sheepdog pup sale smashes record in North Yorkshire

A nine-week-old, untrained sheepdog has sold for £7,600 at Skipton Auction Mart, beating the previously held record of £6,100.

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