Arable
Extension on metaldehyde withdrawal period refused
The Metaldehyde Stewardship Group has been unsuccessful in their bid to extend the withdrawal period of metaldehyde slug pellet products....
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Machinery
Big change afoot for SIMA machinery show, but not all are happy
The organisers of the well-known (French-based) SIMA show have announced that the next such event will be held during November...
Agri-Business
TFA argues recent rent reforms should not forget about farming families
The Government’s proposed changes to domestic tenancy laws, should not forget about working farming families who rent their land, the...
Machinery
Historic JCB bought by ‘Fastrac enthusiast’ from Northern Ireland
On Wednesday, March 27, we brought you news that a prototype (pre-production) JCB Fastrac was sold at auction for £15,000 (plus...
Agri-Business
NFU Scotland 'sets out its vision' for food quality
The National Farmers Union of Scotland (NFU Scotland) has responded to a Scottish Government consultation, where it “sets out its...
Sheep
Welsh MP to put forward bill on dog attacks following campaign
A Welsh MP has committed to putting forward a private members bill in the House of Commons that would hold...
N.Ireland
Investigations launched into spate of tractor and van thefts
Police are investigating the thefts of a number of vehicles overnight last night, Monday, April 15, from Co. Armagh, the...
Rural Life
RCVS marks 175th anniversary with new initiatives
Yesterday, Monday, April 15, the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) marked the 175th anniversary of its first meeting, announcing...
Agri-Business
Vets set out action plan to help British farms achieve sustainability goals
The new British Veterinary Association (BVA) position on UK sustainable animal agriculture highlights the central role of vets in animal...
Dairy
GrassCheck farm walk: Maximising milk from grazed grass with high-yielding cows
Making the most of grazed grass with high-yielding cows will be a key topic of discussion at the upcoming GrassCheck...
Dairy
GrassCheck farm walk: Maximising milk from grazed grass with high-yielding cows
Making the most of grazed grass with high-yielding cows will be a key topic of discussion at the upcoming GrassCheck...
Agri-Business
3,000 Northern Ireland Moy Park staff to vote over strike
A strike ballot of more than 3,000 Unite members in the largest Northern Ireland employer will proceed in the coming...
Arable
Metaldehyde ban: Alternatives event planned for north-east farmers
With the ban on UK growers’ favourite slug control method – metaldehyde – coming into force next spring, Soil Association...
Agri-Business
Survival mode: New report sets out harrowing impacts of a 'hard Brexit'
New Brexit modelling highlights the urgent need for farmers to take action to ensure their businesses survive, showing as much...
Dairy
AHDB appoints Tesco manager to lead dairy programme
The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) has appointed Nic Parsons as head of dairy development, responsible for the development...
Arable
Improving our genetic knowledge of wheat is not a drag
When it comes to breeding better wheat varieties, often, though we seek to introduce desirable genes that increase yield, these...
N.Ireland
'No-deal' could have immense impact on marts in Northern Ireland
A no-deal Brexit could be the tipping point that puts a number of livestock marts in Northern Ireland out of...
Forestry
Harvard research suggests afforestation could slow climate change clock
New research from Harvard University in the US demonstrates that the UK would be able to sustain itself and help...
