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Push ahead urgently with review of pork sector, Defra warned

Pig & Poultry 30/03/2023

The government is being urged
to push forward with its pork supply chain view – and help secure lasting reform and a fairer trading environment for struggling pig producers.

How seed potato trials are helping to control disease

Potatoes 30/03/2023

Researchers and farmers testing alternative solutions to protect the high health status of the UK seed potato industry.

£3000/ha sugar beet offer inundated with inquiries

Sugar Beet 30/03/2023

Contract to supply Bury St Edmunds factory with
early beet deliveries this September

Trials shine spotlight on early weed control

Arable 30/03/2023

Growers should seek to control grass weeds sooner rather than later this spring – rather than waiting for more to emerge, suggests NIAB research.

Cereals tickets raise money for charity

Arable 30/03/2023

Early bird tickets for Cereals 2023 are now on sale, with half the proceeds going to the Multiple System Atrophy Trust, a charity close to the host farmer’s heart.

Farmers face ‘cliff edge’ following Spring Budget

News 30/03/2023

NFU president Minette Batters has accused the government of failing to take food security seriosuly following last month’s Spring Budget.

‘Crucial role’ for independent advisers as support changes

Professional Services 22/03/2023

Independent crop consultants are set to play an increasing role in maintaining farm productivity and profitability over the coming decade, say experts

Why livestock producers should rethink grass types

Livestock 22/03/2023

Over-reliance on fast-growing ryegrass varieties that head quickly and then deteriorate rapidly could be contributing to forage shortages experienced by many growers.

Good hygiene can cut lambing shed mortalities

Livestock 22/03/2023

Using a bedding sanitiser to help maintain rigorous hygiene standards could reduce mortalities in the lambing shed.

Severn Trent calls on landowners to plant trees

Water & Irrigation 22/03/2023

Water company Severn Trent is offering free trees to landowners who want to help plant a 2,022-acre forest following the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games.