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Home Office grants final visa extension for overseas sheep shearers
The Home Office has granted a one-year extension allowing overseas sheep shearers to work in the UK after warnings that millions of sheep could go…
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Small farms warn of higher rates bills after sporting relief removal
Farms and rural landholdings in Scotland could face higher business rates after the government confirmed plans to remove sporting rates relief. Rural…
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NFU raises alarm over fertiliser and diesel costs amid Middle East conflict
The NFU has warned that rising tensions in the Middle East could increase fertiliser and diesel costs for UK farmers, raising concerns about food…
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New BYDV tool to help cereal growers cut insecticide sprays
Cereal growers will soon have access to a new digital tool designed to help manage barley yellow dwarf virus (BYDV) while potentially reducing the…
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British Lion remains UK's most recognised food assurance mark
The British Lion mark remains the UK’s most recognised food assurance label, with awareness reaching 80%, new research shows. The latest tracking…
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Legal battle over farm pesticide records heads to tribunal
A tribunal hearing this week will decide whether campaigners can gain access to records detailing pesticide use on farms. Conservation group WildFish…
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New strategy unveiled to boost Welsh lamb and beef industry
Wales’ red meat industry has unveiled a new four-year strategy aimed at boosting sales, strengthening sustainability and expanding the global…
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Labour MPs warn rural Britain faces growing 'rural penalty'
Labour MPs and countryside campaigners are urging the government to introduce a national rural plan as soaring oil prices and rising living costs…
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Diversification now 'essential' for farm incomes after BPS loss
Farmers are being urged to plan carefully before diversifying as farm businesses face growing financial pressure following the loss of the Basic…
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Farm groups call for 'core standards' on food imports at Westminster event
Farm leaders and animal welfare groups are urging MPs to introduce tougher protections on food imports, warning that British farmers risk being…
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