The Norfolk Farming Conference returns to the county showground next month with a programme that reflects a sector under pressure but keen to shape its own future. Taking place on Tuesday 10 February 2026 at the Norfolk Events Centre, the one-day event is expected to attract around 350 delegates.... Read more

Machinery importer J Riley Beet Harvesters will hold its biennial working demonstration this month in Norfolk. The popular event is widely regarded as unmissable for those involved in sugar beet harvesting and the wider industry, as well as being an enjoyable day out with a now legendary hog roast.... Read more

Opportunities to generate additional farm income will top the agenda at a key county conference this month. The biannual Farming Conference will take place on Wednesday 28 January at Trinity Park, Ipswich. The one-day event is being organised by the Suffolk Agricultural Association, Fram Farmers and Scrutton Bland. Hundreds... Read more

Growers and livestock producers are being encouraged to throw off the shackles and forge their own destiny. “Change is not optional,” says Louise Manning, author of the 2026 Oxford Farming Conference Report. “To thrive, not merely survive, UK agriculture must become agile, robust and opportunity driven.” The report is... Read more

DSV UK takes a strong position on the AHDB 2026/27 Recommended List with the new provisional Group 1 wheat Arlington joining the line-up and hybrid oilseed rape Dompteur the highest-yielding OSR variety on the list. Combining outstanding yield and excellent grain quality, Arlington offers significant potential for UK growers... Read more

Hundreds of well-wishers celebrated the life of Norfolk farmer David Richardson at a public service of thanksgiving last month. Mr Richardson died in August. The memorial service for the veteran journalist and broadcaster brought more than 500 friends, family members and colleaguesto theRoyal Norfolk Showground on Friday, 14 November.... Read more

Farm productivity could double with the right policy framework, say agricultural suppliers – but progress is being hampered by the lack of a clear, coordinated government strategy. Speaking at last month’s Agricultural Industries Confederation conference, AIC chairman Jonathan Lane said the sector was already demonstrating resilience, investment and innovation... Read more

A revamped version of the Sustainable Farming Incentive will open for applications within the first six months of 2026, the government has suggested. Defra secretary Emma Reynolds said the government was working hard to revise the scheme, which was closed to applications from farmers after all the budget was... Read more

Farmers still awaiting details of Countryside Stewardship mid-tier extensions are being urged to contact the Rural Payments agency sooner rather than later. More than 5000 farmers with Countryside Stewardship mid-tier agreements due to expire at the end of December are being offered one-year extensions to maintain environmental and food-production... Read more

The NFU is calling on the government to renew its relationship with farmers and growers ahead of this month’s Budget. NFU president Tom Bradshaw has urged Chancellor Rachel Reeves to introduce measures that will ignite investment and growth in the industry, saying rock-bottom confidence has left farm investment as... Read more