Biofertiliser boost for sugar beet growth
Sugar beet crops that have been slow to get going this season would now get a huge benefit from a Vixeran® biofertiliser application, advises Syngenta sugar beet specialist, Jonathan Ronksley. “Delayed drilling in wet soils and poor early growing conditions have left many crops behind where growers would like them this season. The wet winter […]
Will a change of government really mean change?
The change of government could have a significant impact on the countryside and rural businesses if Labour’s plans for new housing and infrastructure come to fruition. But the Party will face hefty opposition from those against development, so will need to act fast to push plans through, according to the Central Association of Agricultural Valuers […]
From Harvest to Maintenance: John’s farming journey
Bale Preservative and Moisture Meters In the heart of the harvest season, John, a dedicated farmer, relies heavily on the precision of bale preservatives and moisture meters. As his hay baling operation and combine gathers the crops, these tools enable him to bale much closer behind the harvester. The moisture meters ensure that the bales […]
The Soil Association congratulates the new Prime Minister
The Soil Association has responded to the new Labour Government: Soil Association CEO Helen Browning said: “We congratulate the new Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, and look forward to working with him and his new government. Their campaign manifesto made clear their desire to improve access to nature, promote biodiversity, decarbonise the energy system, and protect our landscapes […]
Sarah Simpson appointed to NFU Mutual Board as Non-Executive Director
Leading rural insurer NFU Mutual has announced Sarah Simpson will be joining its Board as a Non-Executive Director, with effect from September 2, 2024. Sarah has a distinguished career in rural policy, amassing over 20 years of invaluable experience. She graduated in Agriculture, Forestry and Rural Economics from the University of Edinburgh in 1996, before […]
Farming the most valued profession behind only nursing, says public
Britain’s farmers and growers have been named as one of the public’s most favoured and valued professions, second only to nurses, a new survey commissioned by the NFU can reveal. 74% of the public have a favourable view of farmers and growers, recognising how hard they work through rain and shine, to produce food for the […]
Innovative Solutions in Water and Slurry Management by Greencrop Ltd
Greencrop Ltd is a combined UK importer and manufacturer based in Beeston, mid-Norfolk, and has grown from a small local business covering the East of England, to a UK national supplier and distributor. They have a dedicated dealer network covering clean water irrigation, dirty water and slurry systems, plus are also suppliers of digestate separators, […]
Welcome extension of Agricultural Property Relief for farmers should remain under Labour Government
As part of the Spring Budget, the then Conservative Government announced its decision to extend the scope of Agricultural Property Relief to include all environmental land management (ELM) schemes. This expansion demonstrates a continued commitment to support farmers and encourage conservation of the British landscape via tax incentives. Agricultural Property Relief (APR) is a tax […]
NFU Mutual launches national award for postgraduate agricultural students
NFU Mutual has launched its 2024 Centenary Award – with this year’s scheme now open for applications. The rural insurer’s annual award scheme provides bursaries to pay up to 75% of course fees for selected students who are undertaking a postgraduate course in agriculture (master’s or PhD) within the UK. The Centenary Award was created […]
