Sugar beet herbicides from UPL will be packaged compatible with the EasyConnect closed transfer system this spring, marking a shift towards wider adoption of the technology. The crop protection manufacturer will introduce EasyConnect-compatible cans across its metamitron, phenmedipham and ethofumesate products, with further formulations expected to follow, says UPL... Read more

Farmers are being urged to prepare now for the launch of the revamped Sustainable Farming Incentive later this year. It follows Defra confirmation that the SFI scheme will re-open for smaller farms and those without an existing agreement before the end of June. Other farms will be able to... Read more

The High Court has fast-tracked a judicial review of the government’s decision to impose inheritance tax on farming families. It follows claims that the government acted unlawfully by introducing major reforms to long-standing tax reliefs after only a limited technical consultation – despite the wide impact on family farms... Read more

Preparations are under way for Open Farm Sunday – which is celebrating 20 years of connecting people with sustainable farming and food production. This year’s event takes place on 7 June 2026 – with thousands of people expected to visit farmers across the country to learn how their food... Read more

More must be done to ensure farmers have availability to adequate water, the NFU has warned. Much of the country remains in drought following last summer. In fact, some 68% of NFU members say that they’ve seen an increase in drought – and 56% say they’ve seen an increase... Read more

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