News
Davies defends 'flawed' Welsh CAP payment system
THE Welsh Government’s sacked former Natural Resources Minister, Alun Davies, has defended the flawed Wales-based three-tier basic payments system, of which he was the architect.
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Increase in farmers using GM crops globally
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Whole life assurance push on beef prompts concern
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EU farm chief claims dairy sector ‘is not in state of crisis’
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Rothamsted GM omega-3 plants suitable for farmed fish
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Agriculture in the news - January 29
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Would consumers pay more for 'higher welfare' milk?
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Dedicated students bring lamb back to health
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First Milk releases financial results as it holds milk price
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Show business competition
Show Business 2015: Win a show media partnership with Farmers Guardian
Your show could win a media partnership with Farmers Guardian in 2015 – and here’s how to enter.
Arable news
Concentrated fluroxypyr formulation offers time and packaging disposal benefits
?A new, concentrated formulation of broad-leaved weed herbicide fluroxypyr was launched to farmers at Lamma 2015.
Livestock sales
Peak of 10,500gns for British Blues at Carlisle
THERE was a strong trade for British Blues at the breed society’s show and sale at Carlisle, peaking at 10,500gns for bulls and 5,800gns for females.
On farm
Scottish couple streamline milk production process for steady price
During a time of uncertainity in the milk sector, husband and wife team Simon and Jackie McCreery are managing to retain control of their milk price by balancing all stages of production with their local market. With plans afoot to go into cheese-making, Erika Hay discovers why they cannot afford to rest on their laurels.
Renewables
Innovative system and 'generous' RHI giving mixed farmer a healthy return
Shropshire game farmer Sam Barker was concerned by the rising cost of his successful pheasant-rearing business and turned to an innovative solution to make his business sustainable, competitive and energy-efficient. Olivia Midgley went to meet him.
In your field
Will Case: Great results at scanning, and a toy-making assembly line set up on-farm
As it is my first diary entry for 2015, I think it is still okay to wish you all a Happy New Year.
My farming week
My Farming Week: Eddie Andrew, Sheffield
Dairy crisis: The ongoing dairy crisis has meant the shops selling our milk from the farm have been inundated with people wanting to buy more.
Caption competition
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Newstrade disruptions
DUE to a logistical issue with adverse weather conditions, Friday’s issue of Farmers Guardian (Fri 30 Jan) may be on sale late in outlets in Scotland. We will keep you informed on the situation.
Lamma 2015
Lamma 2015: Arable equipment
When it comes to arable equipment, LAMMA has always had an impressive line-up. From the smallest manufacturer to large global companies, just about every type of plough, drill, cultivator and sprayer can be found.
LAMMA 2015: Grassland and livestock equipment
As the Lamma show continues to evolve, so too does the diversity of exhibitors. And grassland and livestock equipment is no exception, with continuing growth of exhibitors year on year.
Livestock conference
‘Dairy alternatives’ a growing threat to sector
WHILE the current volatility within the dairy sector is a challenge for dairy producers, the future for the industry is bright, said Dr Judith Bryans, Dairy UK chief executive.
Young Farmers
Tesco launches Future Farmer Foundation to support young people in farming
A new scheme funded by Tesco is helping young people develop and forge careers in farming. Farmers Guardian meets two of the youngsters who have been involved in the latest intake on the programme.
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LAMMA 2015
farmersguardian updated gallery 'LAMMA 2015'
Daily weather forecasts
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