Farm business confidence rises – despite Brexit uncertainty
Business confidence among farmers has increased since the start of the year – despite uncertainty over Brexit, suggest the latest figures from Lloyds Bank.
Women break down barriers in dairy industry
This year’s Women in Dairy conference will see speakers share their secrets on how to have a profitable business in the industy.
Smaller potato crop due to lower plantings and extreme weather
Potato plantings are down 3% on last year due to extreme weather – the third-lowest planted area on record, says the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB).
Seedbeds key to good crop establishment
Good seedbed preparation is a priority following the long, hot summer, says Richard Overthrow.
Team spirit paves way for dairy success
Supplying organic milk to McDonalds restaurants has seen the Lawn Farm Partnership’s 270-cow feature on television and online advertising campaigns promoting British farmers. But the farm’s real stars are its staff, says partner David Dilks, of Lawn Farm, Shottle, Derbyshire.
Conference helps ensure farm businesses are ‘fit for the future’
A solid line up of speakers has been unveiled by the East of England Agricultural Society for its fourth annual farming conference this autumn.
World-first Hands-Free Hectare project completes second harvest
A UK team of researchers has successfully grown and harvested a second crop without human intervention using an autonomous combine harvester – unloading grain on the move for the first time using robots.
Farmer launches firewood scheme to help local people
Herefordshire-based Certainly Wood has been working with a rural residents near Ludlow to help them save money on firewood thanks to a community buy scheme.
How to optimise seed rates to boost crop yields
Many cereal growers are not sowing at high enough seed rates – potentially jeopardising yield potential from the outset, according to Farmacy agronomist Andy Hutchison.
Keeping it in the family
Simon Wragg examines how a Herefordshire farming family is making a success of succession.
Help crops take advantage of rain, growers urged
Growers of vulnerable crops such as sugar beet and oilseed rape should give them a helping hand to make use of available soil moisture now the region has had some much-needed rain, an eastern counties crop advisor is urging.
Regular reseeding boosts grassland resilience
Livestock producers are being encouraged to improving the resilience of grassland production following a challenging spring and summer.
Exceptionally warm weather tests wheat performance
The importance of selecting wheat varieties with proven resilience to extreme conditions has been highlighted by the dry summer, says plant breeder KWS.
Water Bank helps farmers during agricultural drought
A new service designed to help match farmers and growers who urgently need water with neighbouring farm businesses who have a surplus has been launched by the NFU.
Manage threats to winter barley above and below ground
Winter barley growers should take action now to prevent take-all from inhibiting root growth and suppressing yields later, say experts.
Water companies value agronomists’ support
More agronomists are needed for an initiative which helps water companies help keep residues from metaldehyde slug pellets out of rivers and streams.
Trees on farms ‘essential’ to improve productivity
More trees should be planted on farms in major agroforestry trials as the UK leaves the European Union, says a joint report by the Woodland Trust and Soil Association.
Farmland values rise – but market getting tougher
The farmland market in England is getting tougher – despite rising average values over the first half of 2018, according to land and property specialists Strutt & Parker.
Two-thirds of farmers fall victim to rural crime – report
More than two-thirds of farmers fell victim to rural crime last year – prompting calls for renewed efforts to combat criminals in the countryside.
Seven steps to get the most from soil health
George Hepburn gives his seven practical steps for making a difference to your soil health.
Specialist contractor now spreading across the Midlands
A new joint venture from Mill Farm Ashorne is taking a hi-tech approach to fertiliser and nutrient spreading. Simon Wragg reports.
Input costs reduced by precision farming and no-till management
No-till crop establishment and the latest precision farming technologies are reducing cropping costs and improving soil health for Overbury Enterprises.
Best practice launched to support on-farm antibiotics
An ambitious training programme has been launched to encourage the responsible use of antibiotics in farmed livestock.
Top agricultural universities honour NFU leaders
NFU leaders past and present have been honoured for their contribution to the industry by two of the country’s top agricultural universities.
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How to optimise seed rates to boost crop yields
Many cereal growers are not sowing at high enough seed rates – potentially jeopardising...
Seedbeds key to good crop establishment
Good seedbed preparation is a priority following the long, hot summer, says Richard...
Help crops take advantage of rain, growers urged
Growers of vulnerable crops such as sugar beet and oilseed rape should give them...
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RamCompare project releases final results
Updated results from a flagship research project have seen the re-ranking of some...
Regular reseeding boosts grassland resilience
Livestock producers are being encouraged to improving the resilience of grassland...
Four factors to ensure high quality silage
Many factors influence whether silage is good or merely average. Some of these –...
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Farmer launches firewood scheme to help local people
Herefordshire-based Certainly Wood has been working with a rural residents near Ludlow to help them save money on firewood thanks to a community buy scheme. [Read more of this review] Read More →
Trees on farms ‘essential’ to improve productivity
More trees should be planted on farms in major agroforestry trials as the UK leaves the European Union, says a joint report by the Woodland Trust and Soil Association. [Read more of this review] Read More →
Water companies value agronomists’ support
More agronomists are needed for an initiative which helps water companies help keep residues from metaldehyde slug pellets out of rivers and streams. [Read more of this review] Read More →
A very British summer…
Three months without substantial rain highlights the importance of water to farmers, says Melvyn Kay. [Read more of this review] Read More →
Water Bank helps farmers during agricultural drought
A new service designed to help match farmers and growers who urgently need water with neighbouring farm businesses who have a surplus has been launched by the NFU. [Read more of this review] Read More →
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