Sheep
Sheep genetics project releases final results
The latest results from the RamCompare project have seen a re-ranking of some rams based on their carcase weight estimated...
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Sheep
One of Europe’s largest store lamb auctions draws over 15,000 sheep
An entry of approximately 15,500 store lambs – a mixture of ewes and wethers – will be sold at one...
Arable
4 appointments for new AHDB Arable team
The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) has announced four potato-focused appointments to join the newly formed Arable Knowledge Exchange...
Agri-Business
Could you be the next voice for the UK's veterinary profession?
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) is inviting applications from as many as 33 motivated and committed members from within and...
Arable
'Potatoes less exposed to Brexit risks than many other sectors'
Brexit may provide potato farmers with an opportunity to substitute imports if trade barriers are imposed by Brussels. As a...
Rural Life
Cows flocking to water tanker highlight impact of Oz drought
Recent images of hundreds of drought-stricken cows rushing to drink from a water tanker on the parched plains of Australia...
Sheep
48 sheep stolen from Welsh agricultural university
Almost 50 sheep are thought to have been stolen from a mountain farm belonging to an agricultural university in Wales....
Agri Politics
Welsh farmers union calls for a 'stocktake' on existing support
National Farmers’ Union (NFU) Cymru’s Less Favoured Area Board has called for an “evidence-based approach” to the development of the land...
Rural Life
Rural crime in numbers...how was your area affected?
A startling report published today shows the cost of rural crime has risen to its worst level in four years...
Agri-Business
Roaring success: Dragon cheeses scoop 30 awards at 2 major shows
Wales’ oldest dairy farmers’ co-operative is celebrating its most successful awards season ever after their cheeses scooped 30 gongs. South...
Rural Life
UK rural crime costs reach highest level in 4 years
The cost of rural crime in the UK has soared to its highest level in four years, with a report...
Sheep
Workshop series to boost flock breeding potential
A series of practical workshops to assist sheep producers in making the most from genetics and management to improve flock...
Beef
UK meat plants buyer urged to invest in British industry sustainability
Irish firm Kepak Group has been urged to invest in the sustainability of Britain’s red meat sector following its acquisition...
Agri-Business
RAU invests £4.2m in regional businesses and agri-tech entrepreneurs
National Farmers Union (NFU), president Minette Batters, has formally opened the Royal Agricultural University’s (RAU) new home for regional business...
Dairy
Welsh Brexit consultation: 'Glaring lack of volatility tools'
Members of the National Farmers’ Union (NFU) Cymru Milk Board met this week to give their initial reaction to the...
Agri-Business
Welsh farmers voice concerns of 'lack of clarity' surrounding public goods
National Farmers’ Union (NFU) Cymru’s Rural Affairs Board has voiced concerns around proposals to replace the Common Agricultural Policy in...
N.Ireland
DAERA launches consultation on post-Brexit agricultural policy for Northern Ireland
The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) is to engage with the wider farming, food and environmental sectors...
N.Ireland
DAERA launches consultation on post-Brexit agricultural policy for Northern Ireland
The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) is to engage with the wider farming, food and environmental sectors...
