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.

‘Better utilisation of grass means better lamb growth’
‘Better utilisation of grass means better lamb growth’

A Ceredigion farmer’s involvement in a major grassland research project has led to major improvements in the performance of her...

A ‘sigh of relief’ for Welsh farmers after Brexit trade breakthrough
A ‘sigh of relief’ for Welsh farmers after Brexit trade breakthrough

Welsh farmers and food producers have breathed a huge sigh of relief after it was revealed that the UK and...

NFU Scotland urges members to take part in badger survey
NFU Scotland urges members to take part in badger survey

Farmers and crofters across the country are being urged by NFU Scotland to support survey work to monitor badger populations...

46 sheep killed by dog attack on Suffolk farm
46 sheep killed by dog attack on Suffolk farm

Police have launched an appeal for information after loose dogs killed 16 sheep and caused injuries to a further 30...

Seasonal Worker Scheme to be introduced in 2021
Seasonal Worker Scheme to be introduced in 2021

NFU Scotland has welcomed the UK government’s announcement that it will introduce a Seasonal Worker Scheme in 2021 allowing access...

BPS payment levels to remain the same for Welsh farmers in 2021
BPS payment levels to remain the same for Welsh farmers in 2021

NFU Cymru has warmly welcomed the announcement from the Minister for Environment, Energy and Rural Affairs, Lesley Griffiths, that BPS...

‘No assurances’ provided about funding commitments post-Brexit
‘No assurances’ provided about funding commitments post-Brexit

The absence of any future funding commitments from the UK and Scottish governments beyond 2022 is eroding certainty and confidence...

Closure of UK-French border has left ‘lorry loads worth millions of pounds being spoiled’
Closure of UK-French border has left ‘lorry loads worth millions of pounds being spoiled’

The UK government is continuing to hold talks with its French counterparts on reopening the border between the UK and...

97% of UK hauliers ‘not prepared’ for working post-Brexit transition period
97% of UK hauliers ‘not prepared’ for working post-Brexit transition period

A new survey has revealed that nearly 97% of UK hauliers are not ready for the Brexit transition period and...

Safe transport ‘central to the livestock industry’
Safe transport ‘central to the livestock industry’

Given the vital role that transport plays in Scotland’s livestock industry, NFU Scotland (NFUS) is to direct significant time and...

‘Over 40 people have died on farms – it’s time to make a change’ – FUW
‘Over 40 people have died on farms – it’s time to make a change’ – FUW

Over 40 people have been killed on farms in the UK this year according to fatality notifications from the Health...

Martin Kennedy to stand unchallenged for NFU Scotland presidency
Martin Kennedy to stand unchallenged for NFU Scotland presidency

Highland Perthshire farmer Martin Kennedy will stand unchallenged for the position of president of NFU Scotland at the union’s annual...

‘A new year and a new era for the crop sector’ – NFU Scotland
‘A new year and a new era for the crop sector’ – NFU Scotland

The ability to vary from EU regulations presents a new year and a new era for Scotland’s crop sector, according...

Dairy farmers turn to video game experts in order to enhance cow health
Dairy farmers turn to video game experts in order to enhance cow health

Dairy farmers and vets have enlisted the help of video gaming experts to enhance cow health in a unique new...

Closure of Port of Dover and Channel Tunnel a ‘disaster’ for UK exports and haulage sector
Closure of Port of Dover and Channel Tunnel a ‘disaster’ for UK exports and haulage sector

New rules introduced by the French government which has suspended all traffic and exports entering from the UK, has thrown...

Farmers reminded to apply for SSBSS as deadline approaches
Farmers reminded to apply for SSBSS as deadline approaches

Eligible farmers and crofters are reminded to apply to the Scottish Suckler Beef Support Scheme (SSBSS) before the deadline of...

Scottish farmers reminded to complete annual sheep and goat inventory
Scottish farmers reminded to complete annual sheep and goat inventory

Farmers and crofters in Scotland are being reminded to complete their December agricultural survey form, including the annual sheep and...

BVA issues warning to pet owners about potential poisoning hazards
BVA issues warning to pet owners about potential poisoning hazards

Vets are advising pet owners to be extra careful in keeping chocolate, mince pies, puddings and festive decorations well out...