How quirky do you have to be to use a biopesticide?
Many growers might regard biological products as being a bit quirky, but in many crops, not just specialist crops, they are applied in exactly the same way as any other insecticide and offer just as good control of damaging caterpillar pests, according to Interfarm. They are urging growers of vegetables, soft fruit, protected crops and […]
Grassform assist McDonalds at the launch of their 2012 Olympics sponsorship campaign
The Olympics are the worlds biggest showcase of athletic talent. Grassform assisted McDonalds with the launch of their Olympic sponsorship campaign by providing a tractor and trailer. As well as launching themselves as the official food sponsor, McDonalds aimed to showcase their ethical approach to farmers and policy of not adding any artificial colours, flavourings […]
Full Kubota Line-up at the Royal Welsh Show
Class leading agricultural, groundcare and construction equipment, backed up by expert advice will be available at the Kubota stand at the Royal Welsh Show. The world-leading manufacturer has announced an impressive line-up for the event, including the new M130X and the award-winning M Series, as well as the popular RTV900 all-terrain utility vehicle, and its […]
Landowners Warned Over Local Plan Changes
Landowners need to be aware of changes to the planning acts which will see Scottish local authorities allocate land for development for periods of up to 15 years rather than the traditional five years. Local councils are now extending the lifetime of Local Development Plans and in Aberdeenshire, for example, the finishing touches are being […]
There’s value in that straw…
Some growers could be looking forward to a P & K holiday this year, a top adviser has suggested, depending on how they choose to deal with straw post-harvest. NIAB TAGs Ben Freer observes that with both straw and fertiliser prices on the up, theres a greater than usual debate on whether its better to […]
Milk Link members demonstrate dedication to milk quality
The winners of the prestigious Milk Link Milk Hygiene Awards 2010 for excellent hygienic standards in milk produced in April 2009 to March 2010 have been announced. First place prizes went to N J & C A Pyle from Devon in the producing less than 500,000 litres per year category and M/S F E & […]
Dont cut the countryside!
Englands conservation organisations have joined forces to paint a grim picture of a countryside starved of money by budget cuts. On the 30th anniversary of the Wildlife and Countryside Link, its members have issued an unprecedented warning about what the future would hold should the Government slash spending on conservation, wildlife-friendly farming and public recreation. […]
Christmas Tree Farm takes on renewables . and wins!
The move towards renewable energy in the UK has been a slow one; however the recent government-backed injection of cash through its Feed In Tariffs (FiT) scheme has caused a huge increase in installations. One such resident is Andrew Ingram, who saw the opportunity for his Christmas Tree farm. Andrew has always been a big […]
Scotland’s favourite food and drink show arrives in Perth
Tesco’s Enjoy the Taste of Scotland road show is set to hit Perth on Friday 6th and Saturday 7th August 2010. The event, which will be hosted at the Tesco Extra store, Crieff Road, Perth is open to the public and free to attend. Visitors will be able to take a culinary tour of the […]
