Millions of pounds saved after 450 farmers apply for NFU-won NVZ derogation
Millions of pounds could be saved thanks to campaigning by the NFU, after the organisation encouraged members to apply for an increase in the amount of manure they can use on farm. Around 450 farmers have now applied for a derogation from a European Union Nitrate Vulnerable Zone rule, which was won by Government with […]
DairyCo to sponsor Carbon and Farming Conference with DairyUK
DairyCo will this year sponsor the Carbon and Farming Conference organised by Dairy UK on 22nd June to make it an event held jointly by the two organisations. Speaking about DairyCos involvement in the event Jim Begg, Director General of Dairy UK said: Were pleased with DairyCos commitment to this conference. This shows how […]
Farm Stay UK members raise thousands of pounds for charity
It may only be April, but already this year members of Farm Stay UK, the biggest farm accommodation organisation in the UK, have organised and supported charity events throughout the country and have raised a whopping 11,500 for national charities and projects in their area. Andy Woodward, Chief Executive of Farm Stay UK comments: Each […]
Grocery ombudsman: RABDF appeals for complete farmer confidentiality
The Royal Association of British Dairy Farmers has appealed for all complaints made to the new supermarket ombudsman to remain anonymous to ensure farmers stay protected from retailers swinging powers. While the Association has been generally supportive of the movements being made by the Department of Business Innovation and Skills to introduce the ombudsman to […]
Exciting chance for young sheep farmer to work and study in New Zealand
An exciting new travel scholarship offering a young British farmer a chance towork on a sheep farm in New Zealand this year and discover how they are tacklingwormer resistance was announced at the annual convention of the NationalFederation of Young Farmers Clubs (NFYFC) in Torquay yesterday (Sunday, April25). Provided by Novartis Animal Health as part […]
Leading dairy industry experts to speak at 2010 Large Herd Seminar
Leading experts in practical dairy herd management, research, nutrition andhealth from around the world will provide UK dairy producers, large animal vetsand agricultural supply trade professionals who attend the 2010 Large HerdSeminar with all the latest research findings, management information andtechniques from around the world. Entitled ‘Maximising Profitability byImproving Lifetime Yield’ the event will be […]
Scientists discover final piece in phytate jigsaw
A team of scientists in Spain and the UK have identified the final piece in the jigsaw of how phytate is produced in plants. Published today by PNAS, the breakthrough discovery by the Consejo Superior de Investigaciones Cientificas (CSIC) in Madrid and the University of East Anglia (UEA) has implications for agribusiness, the environment and […]
Charlie’s bright idea will boost his skills
Agriculture student Charlie Kirby had what can only be described as a really bright idea to boost his studies and skills. For Charlie (17), who lives at Amport, near Andover, and is studying agriculture and engineering at Sparsholt College, near Winchester, has persuaded leading plant, soil and crop specialist Brights Seeds, of Swallowcliffe in Wiltshire, […]
Countdown To The Royal Highland Show Scotlands Flagship For Farming, Food And Countryside
Its countdown time for Scotlands annual celebration of the best of farming, food and countryside the Royal Highland Show which takes place from June 24-27 and has The Royal Bank of Scotland as its major sponsor. Anyone who ever doubted that this is one of Scotlands most popular and iconic events, need look no further […]
