Harper Adams appoints Professor of Agricultural Engineering
Precision farming and smart machines expert Simon Blackmore has been appointed Professor of Agricultural Engineering at Harper Adams University College. Professor Blackmore has earned a worldwide reputation as a key figure in the research and development of agricultural technology systems. This includes investigation of how satellite and information technologies can be used to improve farming […]
ADAS appoints Divyesh Jansari as Head of Energy & Resource Efficiency
Divyesh Jansari has joined the Sustainability Leadership Team at ADAS, the UKs leading environmental consultancy, as the Head of Energy and Resource Efficiency. With a strong track record in delivering resource efficiency Divyesh is tasked with helping ADAS design and implement effective initiatives to address waste minimisation and energy efficiency issues for ADASs top 100 […]
Top agribusiness authority to lead Plant Impacts global business drive
Plant Impact plc (AIM: PIM), an innovator in crop enhancement solutions, announces the appointment of leading agribusiness authority Dr David Jones as Chairman with immediate effect. Martin Robinson, who has been the Groups Chairman since 2005, will remain on the Board as a non-executive director. The Board would like to thank Martin Robinson for his […]
Appointed to new poultry veterinary position
Stuart Andrews has been appointed veterinary manager for Pfizer Poultry Health for the UK and Ireland a new position following the companys acquisition of Fort Dodge. Dr Andrews, who joined Pfizer in 2004 as part of its animal products research and development team at Sandwich, Kent, has more than 30 years experience in dealing with […]
Cogent Breeding Ltd bolsters its Jersey expertise
Cogent Breeding Ltd has strengthened its Jersey team with the appointment of Derrick Frigot as its new Jersey Specialist. As the founder of JISEX International, a leading global company specialising in Jersey genetics, Derrick joins Cogent as part of an exciting collaboration with the company, JISEX and UK Jerseys that will bring a broad range […]
South Caernarfon Creameries strengthens its sales team
Wales leading farmer-owned dairy co-operative, South Caernarfon Creameries has strengthened its sales team by recruiting a dairy industry specialist. Andrew Foster has been appointed Business Development Manager for cheese. Andrew has worked within the grocery sector for the past 30 years, ten of which have been spent in the dairy sector. He joins from Wensleydale […]
Countrywide grows Alternative Feeds team
Leading rural supplier, Countrywide have announced the addition of two new members to their Alternative Feeds team. Alex Hannah joined the business in November 2010 as their Northern Trader and is based in Carlisle. Libby Bird, who started work in December as Blends Manager, is based at the Alternative Feeds Head Office in Amesbury, Wiltshire. […]
New Holland Appoint New Dealership in Lancashire
New Holland has further strengthened its extensive UK dealer network with the addition of J&S Lewis Ltd, a family run business which has been established for over thirty years. This new partnership will allow New Holland to continue the growth and development of its distinctive and highly successful brand. J&S Lewis Ltd will have access […]
New President will focus on education and sustainability
The new President of the Lincolnshire Agricultural Society is a renowned academic figure who is committed to developing education and sustainability in agriculture. Professor David Chiddick, CBE, former vice chancellor of Lincoln University, declared it a privilege to follow in the footsteps of other distinguished Presidents, who have included HRH Princess Anne and the Earl […]
