Farm Business

Poultry sheds being left empty, reduced fertiliser usage and shortages on shelves were just some of the impacts highlighted at NFU Council of increased costs on the sector

An Eastern European agricultural organisation has issued a plea to farmers and agricultural companies across Europe to help get aid to Ukraine, where Russian troops have stepped up attacks on the farming sector.

Ministers are being urged to put an end to the export of pesticides banned in the UK.

Habitat banks could open opportunities for farmers

With agritourism a growing market even before the pandemic began, Savills’ Adam Davies gives his top tips for farmers looking to test the market

With increasing numbers of farmers looking to future-proof through diversification, Jo Lampkowski, of AMC bank, shares her top tips for those looking to secure funding

With succession planning on many farmers’ minds as the industry goes through a period of massive change, farmer Leonie McIntosh talks about how Great Farm is ensuring it is sustainable for the next generation

A new round of slurry grant funding is about to open for applications, but NFU Scotland has warned the window is too short.

The Red Tractor (RT) auditing scheme for urea use has continued to prompt mixed reactions from farmers, but the NFU has issued a robust defence of the plans. Hannah Binns and Abi Kay report.

As the British public search for something different from traditional camping and caravanning, Alex Black looks at how farmers can tap into the demand for sites