More than 12,000 acres of farmland have been publicly marketed in the East of England since the start of the year, suggests the latest research. Average farmland prices have dropped across all land types, according to the most recent half year report from Savills. But significant variation remains depending... Read more
Defra’s capital grants scheme will remain closed until next year after the latest round allocated £150 million to farmers in less than a month. The latest round opened for farmers on 3 July following the sudden closure of the grant offer last November. But it closed again on 1... Read more
Farmers and landowners have been key contributors to a groundbreaking initiative that has planted five million trees across Britain’s countryside, helping to combat climate change and transform the landscape. In January 2020 the Woodland Trust and Lloyds Banking Group embarked on a transformational 10-year partnership to plant 10 million... Read more
Big crowds are expected this month at the UK’s only national event dedicated to integrating trees into farming systems. The Agroforestry Show reflects growing interest in trees as part of mainstream farm business planning. Organised by the Woodland Trust and the Soil Association, it takes place on 10-11 September... Read more
It was lovely to meet so many farming folk out and about over the summer, writes Nerys Wright. Thank you for mentioning that you enjoy reading these articles, it’s always nice to hear. I co-host a podcast called The Sheep Geeks with my friend Liz Genever. We’re both sheep consultants... Read more
Egg producers should remain vigilant in managing salmonella risk – and not let success lead to complacency, say industry experts. The UK egg sector has a world-leading record on salmonella control – but producers at Elanco’s recent annual lay conference were told that the risk remains very real indeed.... Read more
Special steps should be taken reduce the risk of mycotoxins in this year’s maize crops, say silage and nutrition experts. Toxic substances produced by certain types of fungi, mycotoxins are becoming more prevalent in maize silage across the UK due to more crops being grown in marginal areas and... Read more
Treat tricky maize harvest with care
Livestock 28/08/2025
Maize growers are advised to check fields frequently for an optimum harvest with many crops expected to be ready four weeks early. Hot summer weather and a warm and dry growing season mean dry matter content has been rising by up to 6-8% per week compared to a more... Read more
A new vet-led service aims to help dairy farmers to increase animal health and productivity by improving their water quality. FarmWater, which ensures clean, hygienic water regardless of water source, has proven itself within the poultry sector, and is now officially rolling out onto dairy farms, many of which... Read more
Plans to reform the UK water sector have big implications for farmers and must take account of agriculture, say farm leaders. The warning follows 88 recommendations by the Independent Water Commission, chaired by Sir Jon Cunliffe – including a new integrated regulator for water and nine new regional water... Read more
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