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Machine dubbed 'Sproutatron' groups sprouts by size
Agricultural scientists at R&K Drysdale have said that a high-tech grading machine, nicknamed the ‘sproutatron‘, is helping them select the...
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Agri-Business
70% of people plan to shop local this Christmas
Research from the insurance branch of the National Farmers’ Union, NFU Mutual, has revealed that 70% of people plan to...
N.Ireland
Channel Islands: Over 100 cows fall ill and die in 4 days
More than 100 cows on a Jersey dairy farm have fallen ill and died since Thursday (December 15), the Jersey...
EU
EU extends protocol exemption for vet medicines to 2025
An arrangement which exempts veterinary medicine products from rules under the Northern Ireland Protocol has been extended by the EU...
Sheep
New project aims to eradicate sheep scab in Wales
Rural Affairs Minister Lesley Griffiths has today (Monday, December 19) awarded Coleg Sir Gar a three-year contract to work on...
Agri-Business
Cattle used to restore 'secret forest' after 100 years
A new woodland restoration scheme will see cattle used to restore a 1,200ac nature reserve, Franchises Lodge, located in the...
Other
AHDB seeks two new chairs for pork and cereal sectors
The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) is looking to recruit two new board members who will also be chairs...
Other
FRA reveals 2023 Farm Retail Awards finalists
The Farm Retail Association (FRA) has revealed the shortlist of UK farm businesses up for awards across eight different categories....
N.Ireland
Antrim brothers named Nature Friendly Farmers of the Year
At this year’s Farming Life awards, brothers James and David Bonnar from the Glenwherry area of the Antrim plateau, were...
Sheep
Bob Kennard awarded NSA Unsung Hero award
The National Sheep Association (NSA) has named Bob Kennard as the 2022 recipient of its NSA Bob Payne Unsung Hero...
Sheep
Data 'key' to future sheep success - Texel Sheep Society
The Texel Sheep Society has said that there is “huge value” for sheep farmers in collecting data on their flocks,...
Other
NFUS President to stand unchallenged for re-election
Martin Kennedy is set to stand unchallenged for the position of the President of the National Farmers’ Union of Scotland...
Other
A busy weekend ahead for Christmas tractor runs
Two Christmas tractor runs will be taking place today (Saturday, December 17) to raise money for charities. The Archers Festive...
Agri-Business
Claas reports record sales and investment levels
It has been a particularly challenging year for Claas, yet the financial results show its resilience in the face of...
Government
FUW raises concerns over cuts to Welsh rural affairs budget
The Farmers’ Union of Wales (FUW) has raised concerns about cuts to the Welsh government’s rural affairs budget and potential...
N.Ireland
Farm Safety Partnership welcomes Rural Support as new member
The Farm Safety Partnership (FSP) has welcomed Rural Support which has been awarded full FSP member status. The partnership is...
Agri-Business
45,000 seasonal worker visas made available for 2023
45,000 visas for seasonal workers will be available for businesses next year, the government confirmed today (December 16). The allocation...
Other
Retailers holding their breath as Christmas nears - BRC
The British Retail Consortium (BRC) has said that retailers will be holding their breath ahead of Christmas this year, in...
