A man who set fire to three Norfolk farms killing 120 pigs and causing more than £750,000 worth of damage has been jailed for four years.

Farmers who are part of Higher Level Stewardship schemes may now be able to extend their agreements for five years after the Government announced a change to the system.

A protest to demand better support for the farming industry is to take place in London next month.

A pill based on farmyard dust that would prevent children from developing allergies may be available within five years, a group of scientists has revealed.

Farmers looking to beat rising energy costs by going ‘off grid’ in favour of red diesel-powered generators are being warned they could risk being targeted by thieves looking to cash in on larger fuel stocks.

The Government has pledged more than £100m to help level up rural communities and businesses, it has been announced.

Planting more trees and woodlands is a key part of the Government’s plan to level up the rural economy and deliver for nature, people and jobs, according to Defra.

Farm groups have blasted campaigners who have launched a legal challenge against the Government, claiming it has failed to act quickly enough to cut emissions from livestock and dairy.

Councillors fighting to save ancient farmland from a huge solar development have been left feeling ‘sad’ and ‘disappointed’ after losing a vote to block the move.

Poultry densities may have to be reduced in high-risk areas to prevent further outbreaks of avian influenza (AI), scientists have warned.