• Similar profits over next 12 months • Little increase in cost of key inputs • More changes due to farm support Farm profits will remain steady during the coming year – as overall output increases and key inputs look set to stay relatively stable, say experts. “Overall, profitability... Read more

From humble beginnings, the Goat Shed has been transformed into an award-winning farm diversification. A Norfolk farm shop which opened during the pandemic has become a huge success – and continues to go from strength to strength. Sam Steggles opened the Goat Shed Farm Shop and Kitchen less than... Read more

Farmers should take their time when making decisions following the government’s Budget tax-raid, delegates were told at last month’s Autumn Farming Conference. Organised by accountants Larking Gowen in partnership with the Country Land and Business Association, the conference was held on 5 November at the All Saints Hotel, Fornham... Read more

• NFU condemns lack of consultation • Destructive and bungled in delivery • ‘Farmers cannot afford this change’ Industry leaders have condemned the government for unveiling plans to impose inheritance tax on farmers without any consultation. Farming families were left stunned by the shock decision – announced by Chancellor... Read more

More than 100 Beef Shorthorn enthusiasts were in attendance when HRH the Princess Royal visited Pode Hole Farm, near Peterborough, in Cambridgeshire. Kindly hosted by Charles and Sally Horrell, along with son Harry, the Beef Shorthorn Development Day saw a packed schedule of expert talks with on topics ranging... Read more

13% of farm revenue not from farming More growers and livestock producers are diversifying as they strive to secure a more sustainable future for their farm business. Some 17% of farmers plan to start a diversification in the next five years – up from 15% in 2023. And 40%... Read more

Following the busy harvest season, maintaining the reliability and functionality of farm vehicles remains a top priority for farmers as they prepare for the months ahead. From jump starters and hand tools to welders, battery chargers, and essential PPE, Jefferson Tools has everything you need to maintain and repair... Read more

Kuhn showcased its Multi-Leader XT plough range alongside the manufacturer’s cultivators and drills at last month’s Tillage Live event. Organised by the Agricultural Engineers Association, Tillage-Live is the UK’s largest cultivations event focusing on crop establishment. This year’s show took place on 18 September at Headley Hall, Tadcaster, North... Read more

A new trailer-mounted separator unit has been unveiled for contractors and multi-site farms looking to improve slurry quality before application. Manufactured by Vogelsang, the XSplit unit enables contractors to offer separation as an additional service to customers. Alternatively, it can be used on farm to separate slurry or digestate.... Read more