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'Hammer blow' to farmers as CS Higher Tier delayed until mid-2025
Reports that the already delayed Countryside Stewardship Higher Tier scheme is now unlikely to open until mid-2025 is 'another hammer blow' to…
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Man arrested after tractor drove through flooded high street
Police have arrested a man on suspicion of criminal damage and dangerous driving after a tractor was driven through a flooded high street in…
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Arla trial sees 30 farmers use feed additive to cut emissions
Farmers who supply Arla will trial the use of a feed additive that reduces enteric methane emissions from cattle. Initially, thirty farmers will…
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Halal meat now accounts for one third of all UK lamb sales
Halal meat now accounts for nearly a third of all lamb sales in the UK, according to a new report released today by AHDB. Farmers could benefit from…
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Project receives £500k to help 'transform' grassland farms for net zero
Researchers have received over £500,000 from the government to help 'transform' lowland and upland livestock farms for net zero goals. Scientists at…
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Scottish budget must secure farming's future, NFU Scotland says
NFU Scotland has made its case for the Scottish government to 'secure the future' of farming and crofting, as farmers are set to rally outside…
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New guide helps newcomers to UK's flourishing vineyard sector
A new comprehensive guide has been launched to help newcomers into the rapidly expanding UK vineyard sector. The guide is primarily aimed at new…
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Concern as Rural Payments Agency suspends capital grants
The Rural Payments Agency (RPA) has reportedly suspended capital grants, sparking fresh alarm for farmers across the country. The suspension is…
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Farmer loses £16,000 following invoice scam
The issue of agricultural fraud is in the spotlight after one farmer lost £16,000 when criminals hacked his emails to tamper with genuine invoices…
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Nutrient imbalances across two thirds of UK soils, data shows
Data continues to reveal nutrient imbalances across two thirds of UK soils, maintaining a trend that has persisted for over 30 years. NRM has…
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