William Kellett

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William Kellett is a third year Journalism and New Media student at the University of Limerick. He hails from Co. Meath and comes from a farming background on both sides of his family. Outside of writing he is a former winner of the Irish National Racing Driver of the Year award.

Policies needed to help farmers cope with volatile weather – NFU
Policies needed to help farmers cope with volatile weather – NFU

As the National Farmers’ Union (NFU) harvest survey reveals a significant drop in yield across all major crops, the NFU...

NFU Scotland seeks new president and vice-presidents
NFU Scotland seeks new president and vice-presidents

The starting gun has been fired on an election process that will see NFU Scotland (NFUS) appoint a new president...

New Science and Innovation strategy for forestry published
New Science and Innovation strategy for forestry published

A new Science and Innovation strategy for forestry in Great Britain to support the sector’s long-term future has today (Wednesday,...

‘We are at a critical time in recruitment for many growers’ – NFU
‘We are at a critical time in recruitment for many growers’ – NFU

The National Farmers’ Union (NFU) is urging the government to provide immediate clarity on how fruit, veg and flower businesses...

‘Don’t let negligence and ignorance be cause for a real-life horror’ – fireworks
‘Don’t let negligence and ignorance be cause for a real-life horror’ – fireworks

With bonfire night fast approaching and official displays cancelled due to Covid-19 restrictions, the Farmers’ Union of Wales (FUW) is...

‘Defra must lay out its roadmap for farming without further delay’ – TFA
‘Defra must lay out its roadmap for farming without further delay’ – TFA

The Tenant Farmers Association (TFA) has said that farmers the length and breadth of England need clarity on the way...

Over 140 workers test positive for Covid-19 at Cranswick Country Foods
Over 140 workers test positive for Covid-19 at Cranswick Country Foods

The testing of workers for Covid-19 at the Cranswick Country Foods plant in Watton, Norfolk, has revealed that over 140...

Phasing out of BPS into RDP is ‘a concern in itself’ – FUW
Phasing out of BPS into RDP is ‘a concern in itself’ – FUW

In responding to the Welsh government’s latest sustainable farming consultation, the Farmers’ Union of Wales (FUW) has supported a number...

NFU Cymru to hold ‘Welsh Food and Farming; Moving Forward’ conference
NFU Cymru to hold ‘Welsh Food and Farming; Moving Forward’ conference

Due to be held with a little over 50 days before the end of the Brexit transition period, this year’s...

Jamie’s Farm receives award for outstanding contribution to British agriculture
Jamie’s Farm receives award for outstanding contribution to British agriculture

Jamie Feilden, co-founder and CEO of the charity Jamie’s Farm, is celebrating after receiving a British Farming Award for his...

New Kitchen Gardens project aims to put provenance on our plates
New Kitchen Gardens project aims to put provenance on our plates

An exciting new initiative to shake up the farming industry and champion sustainable food provenance has been announced. Happerley Kitchen...

NSA Sheep Events look forward to 2021 with enthusiasm and hope
NSA Sheep Events look forward to 2021 with enthusiasm and hope

As like so many others, the National Sheep Association (NSA) was bitterly disappointed to cancel its much enjoyed Sheep Events...

No priority for British fresh food products at Kent ports – NFU
No priority for British fresh food products at Kent ports – NFU

The Department for Transport (DfT) has confirmed that only day-old chicks and seafood will be given priority status for travelling...

Residential holding on 6.83ac on offer with stables and riding arena
Residential holding on 6.83ac on offer with stables and riding arena

Galbraith is pleased to be marketing Marefield of Craigs, an attractive residential five-bedroom country house with land and equestrian facilities....

New Fendt dealer for north England and south west Scotland
New Fendt dealer for north England and south west Scotland

Fendt has appointed Johnston Tractors Ltd as a new dealer in north west England and south west Scotland. This will...

Birmingham-led research promises water boost for farmers in India
Birmingham-led research promises water boost for farmers in India

University of Birmingham water experts have designed a low-energy, high-efficiency means of purifying water in India’s rural farming communities, which...

VetPartners launches 2 exclusive podcasts
VetPartners launches 2 exclusive podcasts

Farm vets Ami Sawran and Claire Whittle have taken to the airwaves to present two new monthly podcasts aimed at...

Sheep owners urged to take plunge instead of showering
Sheep owners urged to take plunge instead of showering

The Sustainable Control of Parasites in Sheep (SCOPS) group is launching a campaign reminding sheep farmers, contractors and prescribers that...