A costly conundrum
Bigger isn’t always better when it comes to farm machinery, says Fen Tiger.
Farmland values rise – but market getting tougher
The farmland market in England is getting tougher – despite rising average values over the first half of 2018, according to land and property specialists Strutt & Parker.
Farming in three dimensions
September 3, 2018 by admin
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Cambridgeshire farmer Stephen Briggs is harvesting two crops from one field. Judith Tooth joined an agroforestry workshop on his farm to find out more.
Trees on farms ‘essential’ to improve productivity
September 3, 2018 by admin
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More trees should be planted on farms in major agroforestry trials as the UK leaves the European Union, says a joint report by the Woodland Trust and Soil Association.
Be different, be efficient
Judith Tooth visits a mixed family farm combining traditional methods with progressive thinking.
Real life learning on the farm
Helping children learn about farming is a rewarding part of one farm manager’s job. Judith Tooth meets Matthew Hawthorne.
Effective irrigation vital for high-value crops
Securing adequate supplies of water has become increasingly important for David Hoyles, who manages three fenland farms.
A very British summer…
September 3, 2018 by admin
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Three months without substantial rain highlights the importance of water to farmers, says Melvyn Kay.
Water Bank helps farmers during agricultural drought
September 3, 2018 by admin
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A new service designed to help match farmers and growers who urgently need water with neighbouring farm businesses who have a surplus has been launched by the NFU.
LEAF farm opens gates to show and share
Judith Tooth visits a new LEAF demonstration farm in Essex where sustainability takes centre stage.