NSA Sheep 2012 attracts record turnout
The event was opened by chief government scientist, Sir John Beddington who argued that its theme, sustainable intensification, was essential for the industry’s future. “Rapidly increasing world populations and the need for more food and energy means farmers will have to produce more food from the same land more efficiently, however in practical terms, it […]
Farm’s wildlife commitment recognised with award
The Hawkey family, who own The Olde House in Chapel Amble near Wadebridge, were presented with the Otter Trophy at the Royal Cornwall Show in June by show president Lady Carew Pole. Awarded annually by the Farming and Wildlife Advisory Group South West (FWAGSW), the trophy is given to a farm that demonstrates good commercial […]
Sow oilseed rape? Online farmers decide in online poll
The crop, labelled “yellow peril” by some opponents, is not a traditional British crop, but provides a good income for farmers and allows crop rotation. The decision will be the first made by the virtual farmers since the site’s pay wall came down, and will be a key decision with 100 acres of farmland at […]
Belton success at Cheshire Show
The 2012 Cheshire Show held at Tabley in Knutsford was host to another successful day for Belton Cheese who won a raft of medals including 8 gold, 7 silver and 6 bronze. In addition, the English territorial cheese producer was awarded the Cheshire Cheese Association Perpetual Trophy for most points in show, Perpetual Challenge Trophy […]
NFU concern at HSE plans to charge farmers
Despite NFU objections and suggested alternatives to the proposals last year, the Fee for Intervention (FFI) scheme is now likely to be implemented in October. This will see HSE inspectors recovering their costs if they find a serious contravention of the law. Guidance published by the HSE shows that farmers will be charged £124 per […]
Non-disease benefits in fruit and vegetable crops with Signum
Research work last year undertaken by ADAS and BASF showed that, in brassicas, Signum enabled the more efficient use of available nitrogen and so contributed to a better gross margin for vegetable growers. “This pioneering research work shows that when Signum is used in brassicas for disease control, it also has a positive spin-off effect […]
Micron Group reveals plans for Four Oaks
Specifically, visitors to the company’s stand B85 will be able to find out more about the Micron AU8000 mistblower, the Electrafan – an air-assisted sprayer – and a range of hand-held CDA (Controlled Droplet Application) equipment including the Herbi 600S for Christmas trees. Firstly, growers will have the opportunity to find out more about Micron […]
Sunshine and showers but the Show goes on
Early estimates put total visitor figures at almost 60,000, an “outstanding result” in the face of the changing weather conditions, according to organisers. A lively social media feed helped to boost visitor interest, with the Show recording a mammoth 4 million Twitter hits. Organisers also reported trade stand bookings up 5% on 2011, as well […]
Potato promotion hits summer high
The advertisement, which features five scenes portraying the ‘Many Faces of Potatoes’, will run across ITV (breakfast and daytime) and Sky Media channels from 9 to 22 July. Using a range of figureheads, including a Potato Ambassador, Michelin Star chef, food blogger, school pupils and the winner of the consumer recipe competition, the advert will […]
