Global prospects under scrutiny for cereal and oilseed markets
Final preparations are in full swing for next month’s Cereals event – due to take place on 12-13 June at Boothby Graffoe, Lincolnshire.
Better support needed to ease ‘huge pressure’ on farmers
Greater recognition and support is needed to help Britain’s farming families meet the challenges facing UK agriculture over the coming years, says a report.
Busy month for combinable crop management
A cold spell in mid-April slowed winter wheat development but T1 fungicides were still due before the month ended, says Richard Overthrow.
Stay vigilant against fraud attacks, farmers urged
Criminals are employing increasingly sophisticated levels of fraud and cybersecurity against farmers, a leading banker has warned.
Livestock auctions worth £3.42bn to rural economy
Livestock auction market contribute at least £3.42bn to the rural economy and support more than 3,000 jobs, according to an independent report.
Full circle for Longhorn cattle breeder
Lincolnshire farmer Charlie Sutcliffe has turned his passion for rare breeds into a successful business.
Students tackle spring cropping Cereals Challenge
Five teams of students will find out who has won the 2019 Cereals Challenge to grow the best “virtual” crop of spring barley to manage problematic blackgrass.
Miscanthus offers growers long-term assurance, says farmer
Farmers considering growing miscanthus as an energy crop are invited to a farm walk in Louth, Lincolnshire.
Sheep producer keeps close eye on flock
Leicestershire beef and sheep farmer Stuart Gowling has taken on more land. Simon Wragg reports.
Record-breaking success for Big Farmland Bird Count
An estimated 1400 people took part in this year’s Big Farmland Bird Count – recording 140 different bird species across 400,000ha.
New fertiliser ‘powered by batteries’
A multi-nutrient fertiliser launched in the UK last month contains zinc and manganese extracted from old alkaline batteries.
Septoria threat to winter wheat despite dry spring
Early sown winter wheats continue to be at risk of Septoria spreading up the plant – despite the dry spring which has dried up the disease.
Sprayer of the Year award winner to be unveiled at show
The latest innovations in agrochemical application will be on show in a special arena at Cereals – featuring working machine demonstrations from industry-leading manufacturers.
Fly-tipping epidemic ‘just the tip of the iceberg’
More than 3,000 fly-tipping incidents on farmland were reported to England’s councils last year – but one expert says the pile of illegal rubbish is just the tip of the iceberg.
Expansion beckons for family dairy farm
Edward and Emma Hemming are looking to expand their dairy enterprise at Obelisk Farm. Simon Wragg reports.
Good support for cattle competitions at Beef Expo 2019
Competitors from the Midlands are preparing to attend this month’s Beef Expo event in Cumbria.
New pump makes anaerobic digester more sustainable
A farming family who installed a new anaerobic digestate pump say the decision is helping to make their renewable energy enterprise sustainable for the long term.
Renewable energy moves beyond incentives as production rises
Profitable renewable energy is becoming more important for farm businesses as government incentives for the sector continue to decrease.
Never explain, never complain
Producing food is what we farmers do best – not talking to the public, says Clodhopper.
Industry calls for action over access to water
Urgent action is needed to ensure farmers receive their fair share of water – and agricultural land continues to remain productive, industry leaders have warned.
Sheep producers urged to protect lambs this spring
Sheep producers are being urged to protect flocks from preventable diseases after pregnancy scanners reported many ewes carrying fewer lambs than last year.
Derbyshire farm contractor ensures grass – and maize – is greener
Investment in high-capacity machinery sees Derbyshire contractor Tom Thornley well prepared for the 2019 forage season.
How mixed cropping boosts soil health and diversity
Integrated cropping systems have no detrimental effect on potato yields but can enhance soil properties and biodiversity, say scientists at the James Hutton Institute.
How under-sowing can help tackle maize challenge
Under-sowing maize with grass and reassessing post emergence herbicide strategies have delivered positive results for Agrovista agronomist Phil Campion.
Study links cattle movements to infection
Buying and selling cattle can spread infections that cause major health, welfare and economic problems for the British farming industry, suggests a study.
Future of farming debated at Lincolnshire conference
Farmers and industry experts gathered to discuss and debate the future of agriculture at this year’s Lincolnshire Farming Conference.
Crops
Busy month for combinable crop management
A cold spell in mid-April slowed winter wheat development but T1 fungicides were...
Septoria threat to winter wheat despite dry spring
Early sown winter wheats continue to be at risk of Septoria spreading up the plant...
How mixed cropping boosts soil health and diversity
Integrated cropping systems have no detrimental effect on potato yields but can...
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Livestock
Good support for cattle competitions at Beef Expo 2019
Competitors from the Midlands are preparing to attend this month’s Beef Expo event...
Livestock auctions worth £3.42bn to rural economy
Livestock auction market contribute at least £3.42bn to the rural economy and support...
Clean air technology aids livestock and farm staff
New technology to improve the housed environment for livestock while overcoming...
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News & Business
New pump makes anaerobic digester more sustainable
A farming family who installed a new anaerobic digestate pump say the decision is helping to make their renewable energy enterprise sustainable for the long term. [Read more of this review] Read More →
New fertiliser ‘powered by batteries’
A multi-nutrient fertiliser launched in the UK last month contains zinc and manganese extracted from old alkaline batteries. [Read more of this review] Read More →
Renewable energy moves beyond incentives as production rises
Profitable renewable energy is becoming more important for farm businesses as government incentives for the sector continue to decrease. [Read more of this review] Read More →
Fly-tipping epidemic ‘just the tip of the iceberg’
More than 3,000 fly-tipping incidents on farmland were reported to England’s councils last year – but one expert says the pile of illegal rubbish is just the tip of the iceberg. [Read more of this review] Read More →
Stay vigilant against fraud attacks, farmers urged
Criminals are employing increasingly sophisticated levels of fraud and cybersecurity against farmers, a leading banker has warned. [Read more of this review] Read More →
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