£20m to make farming more profitable
A £20 million fund aims to help rural businesses increase profits and reduce their impact on the environment.
Potato seed survey now online
THE Potato Council is running the first electronic version of the seed satisfaction survey during November.
Campaign promotes ‘leeks for champions’
CONSUMERS are being targeted by a new campaign to promote fresh British leeks.
Anti-terrorism rules to hit fertiliser sector
TERRORISM threats have propelled the issue of fertiliser security up the political agenda.
Hybrids win lion’s share of rape market
HYBRID oilseed rape varieties have taken the lion’s share of certified seed sales this year.
Plan to ban antibiotics ‘threatens animal welfare’
CALLS by Euro-MPs for a ban against antimicrobials in livestock farming could threaten animal welfare, vets have warned.
Wind turbine installed on pig farm
NORFOLK farmer John Blackburne has installed a wind turbine as he diversifies from pig farming.
NFU steps up call for lantern ban
FARM leaders have repeated their call for a ban on sky lanterns ahead of Halloween and Guy Fawkes Night.
Tariff cut ‘will kill’ solar energy
ANTICIPATED cuts to feed-in tariffs will kill off interest among farmers in solar energy schemes, rural leaders have warned.
Free stewardship support unveiled
NATURAL England is offering free one-to-one visits to help farmers get the most out of environmental stewardship.