10+ hour, 57+ min ago   (287+ words) Prime minister Andy Burnham said it was “imperative” the government worked hard to get a good deal for British farming as the EU-UK summit approaches this autumn. During his first Prime Minister’s Questions as leader, Mr Bunrham said he wanted…...

3+ day, 48+ min ago   (449+ words) Agricultural machinery auctioneer Cheffins has been appointed to host a timed online machinery sale on behalf of the Suffolk-based Euston Estate, following the decision to extend its collaboration with local farmers, growers and contractors at RG Abrey Farms. Comprising over…...

1+ week, 18+ hour ago   (487+ words) More investment in UK farming could boost fruit and vegetable production, create jobs and strengthen food security, according to a new report. The report from The Food Foundation entitled Farming for 5-a-day: How Resilient is the UK’s Supply of Fruit,…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago   (893+ words) Older farm machinery from the UK is finding new owner overseas as tighter regulations across Europe drive used equipment into emerging markets. Ritchie Bros. data shows strong international demand for tractors and other agricultural machinery, with buyers attracted by the…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago   (1091+ words) Average UK oilseed rape yields are expected to exceed 4t/ha for the first time in history this harvest, potentially setting a new record for the crop and reinforcing the growing sense of optimism that has surrounded OSR over the past…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago   (220+ words) Sheep farmers across the UK have been asked to state their bluetongue vaccine plans to help ensure sufficient supplies are available when needed. Without a credible indication of how much vaccine farmers will buy, there is little to justify producing…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago   (606+ words) British onion growers are facing their most challenging season yet due to prolonged drought and extreme heat. Onions have been hit particularly hard, as the crop is so heavily concentrated in one of the worst affected areas, East Anglia. Around…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago   (389+ words) The spread of Haemonchus contortus, known as Barber’s pole worm, across the UK has prompted calls for sheep farmers to extend worm monitoring to ewes. However, it’s important to confirm a high egg count is due to Haemonchus before treating…...

1+ week, 4+ day ago   (268+ words) T H White Agriculture has been appointed an authorised Amazone dealer and will sell the manufacturer’s machinery from its Shrewsbury and Fosse Cross depots from 1st September 2026. Customers served by the Shrewsbury and Fosse Cross teams will benefit from full sales,…...

1+ week, 5+ day ago   (181+ words) A temporary control zone has been introduced in south-west Scotland after bluetongue was detected on several premises. As of the latest update, 517 cases of bluetongue virus serotype 3 (BTV-3) have been confirmed in the UK during the 2026/27 bluetongue season. This includes…...