FUW urges EC to release grain stocks
A Welsh farmers’ leader today called on the EC to release supplies from its intervention stock of cereals in a bid to combat soaring prices on the European market. “There are growing fears that Welsh livestock farmers’ incomes will be seriously undermined by increasing costs of animal feed due to the strong demand for grain […]
Why farming matters to the recovery and future of the UK
The NFU has launched the latest in its Why Farming Matters series ahead of the 2010 party conference season. The Recovery: Why Farming Matters shows how farming, and the sectors it supplies, is central to the UK economy and fundamental to the countrys future wellbeing. Launching the document, NFU President Peter Kendall said: “This is more than just a feelgood story about farming in the 21st […]
Grassform invests in new state-of-the-art plant
Grassform Plant Hire is pleased to announce the purchase of five new tractors, as well as a hydraseeder, grass harrow and two new trailers. The new machinery has been acquired by Grassform to update their existing fleet and give them the edge over their competitors. New to this fleet is a John Deere 6430 tractor, […]
Wheat harvest down on five year average
Wheat production is down on the five year average according to results of a NFU members survey. With cropping area up around six per cent and average yields showing a reduction, the survey results suggest English wheat production in 2010 will be around 13.5million tonnes. Despite increased plantings production this year is expected to be […]
The Co-operative Farms gets gardens growing on Southwark Bridge
The Co-operative Farms brought a taste of the countryside to The Mayors Thames Festival, which took place on Southwark Bridge this weekend. The capitals city dwellers were given the chance to get green-fingered as farmer Nick Padwick, from The Co-operative Farms, offered hints and tips throughout the day to help people make the most of […]
Harbro expand into Midlands with aquisition
Leading animal feed suppliers, Harbro Ltd, are continuing their expansion into the Midlands with the acquisition of the well-established mobile animal feed business, Midland Feed Services Ltd of Stratford-on-Avon, and the appointment of two technical sales specialists. MFS will continue to operate as an independent business within the Harbro Group and will complement Harbros other […]
Britains biggest farmer, The Co-operative Farms, signs up to be a Promise Partner
The Co-operative Farms, Britains biggest farmer, has signed up to become a Promise Partner, supporting the Health and Safety Executives (HSE) drive to help reduce death and injury in agriculture. The Make the Promise. Come home safe initiative raises awareness of common hazards and risks, encouraging farmers to think more about their safety, not only […]
Plant breeder challenges concept of ‘barn-filler’ wheats
The perception that only Group 4 hard feed wheats can be termed as ‘barn-fillers’ is being challenged by leading plant breeder Nickerson. “Historically, Group 4 feed wheats tended to have a yield advantage over othertypes. However, a close look at the current HGCA Recommended List shows that,with very few exceptions, today’s Group 4 varieties offer […]
BASF Plant Science identifies case of low level comingling in Amflora fields in Sweden
Limburgerhof, Germany September 6, 2010 BASF Plant Science identified extremely small quantities of Amadea potatoes in Amflora fields planted in Northern Sweden during the course of the regular inhouse quality controls. The Swedish competent authority was informed at the end of August after BASF Plant Science employees identified Amadea plants in Amflora fields during regular […]
