Hyundai Motor unveils all-new Santa Fe
Hyundai Motor Company, South Korea’s largest car manufacturer, has staged the world premiere of the all-new Santa Fe at the 2012 New York International Auto Show, held at the New York Jacob Javits Convention Center. In its latest form, the popular D-segment SUV is re-styled inside and out, fitted with enhanced features and new technology, […]
Chevrolet Spring offers
Put a Spring back in your step – the Chevrolet way! The super stylish Captiva is on the list of tempting offers from Chevrolet this spring. The 2.2 VCDi LT 7-seat model can be yours for only £23,995, a huge saving of £4,290 off the recommended list price. With great savings you can also expect […]
Are you on the hunt for Easter spud shots?
With Easter this weekend, break away from the mould and hunt for Easter potatoes! “We’re calling on photographers who know their King Edward from their Lady Balfour to find their best potato images,” says Mistral PR senior agriculture sector manager Heather Briggs. “Exploring the world of the potato should provide inspiration for eye-catching, thought-provoking (and […]
Farmers urged to sign up now for Open Farm Sunday
LEAF research shows that 80% of farmers who took part last year reported real business benefits including: increased sales; better community relations; raised local profile; building staff morale, and gaining new contacts. Caroline Drummond, LEAF Chief Executive said: “We’re delighted with the response so far and the fact that around 30% of registrants are farmers […]
Alpaca Show comes to Stoneleigh Park
UK breeders and animal lovers across the UK are set to converge on Stoneleigh Park on the 28th – 29th April, as it hosts its annual ‘Spring Alpaca Fiesta’ – one of the biggest alpaca shows in the events calendar. With the event traditionally aimed at both hobby and large herd alpaca breeders, Spring Alpaca […]
Fast flowering oilseed rape faces intense Sclerotinia risk
“If we have crops with a short flowering duration this season, plants will be exposed to high levels of risk over a short period, so maintaining a high level of protection with two spray treatments is imperative. If the flowering is extended – which may be the case in the wetter north of England and […]
Brits still commit to farm animal welfare during tough financial times
The RSPCA’s Freedom Food scheme today reported a 52% increase in animals farmed under its label over the last five years – which means that more than 75 million animals are now benefitting from the RSPCA’s higher welfare standards*. The amount of Freedom Food labeled products in supermarkets has also increased 30% in the last […]
Final call for new Potato Ambassadors
Potato growers are needed to help put potatoes in the public eye and promote how great they are as a healthy, tasty and sustainable food. This final appeal comes as Potato Council continues its hunt for a new team of Potato Ambassadors. With the closing date fast approaching, growers in all regions are being encouraged […]
