Access to sufficient fresh water is often the first limiting factor to grazing pasture, but the availability of new kit and know-how means most fields can be watered. Sara Gregson reports.

A BILL that would see more than 1,000 environmental EU laws either amended or revoked before the end of the year has passed through Parliament, despite objections from Conservative MPs, the farming industry and animal welfare groups.

Last year went out in a deluge of water as our little stream next to the farm turned into a raging torrent and burst its banks, flooding sheds, kennels, steading and almost the house.

Most weeks on the farm I truly believe there is no better job in the world.

Gwenllian Evans, 15, is from Ceredigion, West Wales and is currently studying for her GCSEs.

This month, Roger Evans shares his thoughts on climate change and tells us why a dose of reality and common sense is helpful when dealing with the issues of the day.

Maize is heavily relied upon to maintain the 10,000kg-plus milk yield achieved by the 300 cows milked by brothers Rob and Phil Godwin. Wendy Short reports.

From milk price takers to shakers, dairy farmers should take matters into their own hands, writes former cowman and agri-marketing contractor Phil Christopher.

Issues with breeding and infrastructure are playing a part in hampering Pakistan’s dairy industry, but improved genetics and knowledge are already making a difference on some farms. Chris McCullough reports.

As you read this we will have closed the door on another year. As we sit back and reflect on 2022, it is clear it was a year where once again the rollercoaster that was the weather played a significant and challenging role across all agricultural sectors.