July 27, 2021
Recent storms showcase value of pod shatter resistance
Recent very heavy rain and hailstone storms have wrecked havoc with many oilseed rape crops resulting in unnecessary yield losses just before harvest.
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July 26, 2021
Preventing heat stress
Take steps to prevent heat stress in animals, urges agricultural expert, as extreme heat warning issued by Met Office.
July 26, 2021
2021 registrations crucial for rare breeds’ survival
Rare Breeds Survival Trust (RBST) is encouraging smallholders and farmers to ensure timely registration of their rare breed livestock and equines despite the disruption to shows and sales for a second year, to help safeguard…
July 26, 2021
Stay safe this harvest
The latest farming industry fatality figures from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) should serve as a stark reminder to farmers as harvest approaches, cautions a leading industry safety expert.
July 26, 2021
Fly nuisance this summer could be costly
As recent warm weather has caused fly populations to emerge and rapidly multiply, farmers need to make minimising grazing disturbance from flies a priority.
July 22, 2021
Rare opportunity to rent 320-acre Surrey farm
A rare opportunity to rent a sizable block of bare land, on the edge of Redhill, has been brought to the market by Savills.
July 22, 2021
Baled straw market could be overwhelmed
If we have a good harvest the price of straw should come back to its usual levels for the time of year.
July 21, 2021
Keep vaccinations updated
Housing can be a stressful time for cattle and farm teams, bringing with it a change in daily routine, diet and disease risk factors.
July 21, 2021
Growth and progress
Despite dubious grass quality, the sheep have done well.
July 21, 2021
What we do know is not exactly reassuring
So, like the piper, I have to sit patiently and wait for ‘the man to call the tune’.
July 21, 2021
Test lambs for worms
Warm weather causes spike in worm egg counts and risk to lamb growth rates.
