Sheep
NSA Next Generation to discuss sharing farming lives through media
An event organised by the National Sheep Association’s (NSA) Next Generation programme will include discussions surrounding the sharing of farming...
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Rural Life
Farms in Hertfordshire 'blighted by tonnes of rubbish'
Recent incidences of fly-tipping on farms in north and east Hertfordshire meant they were “blighted by tonnes of rubbish”, according...
N.Ireland
CAFRE urges young people to consider agriculture apprenticeships
The College of Agriculture, Food and Rural Enterprise (CAFRE) is encouraging young people to consider agriculture apprenticeships as a way...
Agri-Business
Defra loosens bluetongue measures due to drop in midge activity
The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) has announced changes to disease control measures for bluetongue as February...
Agri-Business
Farm energy bills see 10% false inflation - Harcus Parker
Farms are among millions of businesses that lawyers say have, on average, had their gas and electricity bills falsely inflated by...
Machinery
Machinery: Harrow and roll in one pass this spring
The grass harrow and roller are two implements of grassland management that struggle to get a look in during the...
Rural Life
Clarkson’s Farm season 3 release date revealed
The wait is almost over for fans of Clarkson’s Farm as Prime Video has confirmed the release date for season...
N.Ireland
What does the new DUP-backed deal mean for Northern Ireland?
A new package of proposals which will guarantee “unfettered access to the UK’s internal market” and reduce post-Brexit checks and...
Sheep
‘Spike’ in Schmallenberg virus cases across the UK
Cases of Schmallenberg virus (SBV) in newborn lambs are being widely reported by vets in areas of the United Kingdom...
Environment
UK Govt launches new plan to boost 'nature recovery'
The UK Government has published new plans to boost “nature recovery” on land and at sea. The new plans –...
Agri-Business
No ‘significant’ concerns for livestock stuck on ship off Australia
Following the return of a ship to Australia that was en route to the Middle East, the Australian Department of...
N.Ireland
Agri-food sector must be ‘priority’ for Northern Ireland politicians – UFU
The absence of a Northern Ireland Executive over the last two years has resulted in “much needed decisions” for the...
Dairy
Dairy advice: Complete an early milk recording
The importance of milk recording is not lost on many dairy farms, but there are still a large number of...
Machinery
Minimal soil disturbance is the Weaving Machinery way
One of the great takeaways from Agritechnica last year, was the rapid move towards minimising soil disturbance in preparing ground...
Agri-Business
Ship carrying thousands of livestock directed to return to Australia
A livestock ship carrying thousands of cattle and sheep destined for the Middle East was directed to return to Australia...
Agri-Business
Conference hears that succession not discussed enough
Not enough farm families openly discuss the topic of succession, according to agricultural mentor Heather Wildman. The Nuffield scholar addressed...
Beef
NSA supports UK govt's 'robust and tough' stance on trade with Canada
The National Sheep Association (NSA) has said it supports the UK government’s “robust and tough stance” on trade with Canada...
Dairy
Holstein UK announces judges for 2024 ABAB Calf Show, but no venue
Holstein UK has announced the judges for the 2024 All Breeds All Britain (ABAB) Calf Show but stated that it...