Tips for farmers on making money from wood
To coincide with the governments long awaited release of figures for the Renewable Heat Incentive, the Wales Climate Centre are showing farmers how to get in on the act in with an event looking at creating sustainable heat using wood from the farm. Farmers will also find out how Bangor University is leading the […]
The Oxford&Cambridge GOAT Race 2011
Now in its third year, the Oxford & Cambridge Goat Race is about to take place on exactly the same date, at exactly the same time, as the Oxford & Cambridge Boat Race. Last years Goat Races success was equally unexpected as almost 1000 goaty revelers turned up! And this year promises to be just […]
Rural pets benefit from new campaign to keep animal disease at bay
Owners of working dogs are being offered the chance to help keep both their working animals and family pets alike healthy with a special discount offer on vaccination to ease strains on household bills during the economic downturn. Vets are backing the National Vaccination Month campaign (www.nvmonline.co.uk) which runs during May and practices across the […]
International Potato growers and traders hear about Seed Potatoes produced in Britain
The Potato Council stand at Fruit Logistica (Berlin, February) received more than 150 industry direct enquiries for seed and ware potatoes this year. Driving demand for British seed potatoes, members of the Potato Council team and the Scottish Government liaised with industry representatives from countries such as the USA, Canada, Morocco, Namibia, Russia, Saudi Arabia […]
Sprint Fuels proves its a class act!
Sprint Fuels, the Kent-based distributer of home heating oil, agricultural, commercial and road fuels swapped their usual tanker for an E-Type Jaguar this week, to compliment their trade stand at the Agri-Expo (SE) 2011. The event, held at the Kent County Showground on 1st March, was organised by R.A.M.S.A.K and officially opened by Peter Kendall, […]
EU funding opportunities free support and advice available!
With European Union funding currently proving crucial to UK organisations, companies in the agri-tech sector are being offered advice straight from the horses mouth at a free advice day to be held on 18th March. The event, organised by the IATC (International Agri-Technology Centre), will give agri-tech businesses working across the food and non-food supply […]
Growers to engage with researchers at Sutton Bridge Storage Forum
Potato growers are invited to attend the Potato Council Sutton Bridge Storage Forum on March 3, where industry experts will present the latest developments in energy management and sprout suppression. Delegates attending the event at Sutton Bridge Crop Storage Research in Lincolnshire will have the opportunity to speak with industry experts such as Mark Pettigrew […]
Alltechs Annual Symposium Changes the Game in 2011
[Lexington, KY] Whether in sports competition or the game of life, there are turning points that elevate the underdog to victory, redefining the anonymous as the unforgettable. In the face of mounting challenges, how does one identify and seize these pivotal moments to create a catalyst for success? In Lexington, Kentucky, USA, from May 22-25, […]
Muck Northwest timely as survey reveals regulation lack of awareness
With nearly half farmers surveyed by the NFU revealing they will not have enough storage to comply with Nitrate Vulnerable Zone regulations and many already exceeding the 170 kg per hectare limit stipulated, Muck Northwest on March 15 could not be more timely. The event, being held at Reaseheath College, Nantwich, Cheshire on Tuesday, March […]
