Farm Life

An 87-year-old farmer, who could not swim, took his own life by jumping into a whirlpool near his farm, an inquest has heard.

Insensitive and crass comments by Compassion in World Farming (CIWF) regarding now being an opportune time to slim down the national pig herd got the short shrift they deserved.

Hands-on experience has inspired secondary schools to promote farming as a rewarding career to their pupils. Caroline Stocks finds out more about how a slow and steady approach is paying dividends.

If you are reading this, I want to congratulate you on getting through what is, in my opinion, the worst month of the year - the dreaded January.

Stuart Mitchell, 29, is a head partner of a 440-hectare mixed family farm in the Scottish borders, running cattle, deer and arable enterprises.

John Matheson and his family farm in the Scottish Highlands and while keen to preserve their traditional system, they are open to change to secure a sustainable future for their business.

Today is Time to Talk Day, a national day encouraging people to have a conversation with family, friends, or colleagues about mental health.

Members of a Ruralwatch Group have helped police track two men in balaclavas suspected of stealing a quad bike by providing them with real time updates. 

Livestock rustling in the UK has fallen for the second year running in 2021, but fears are growing that rising prices could see a new wave of thefts.

Hannah Binns talks to Richard Stanford, chief executive of the Forestry Commission about their ’Put Down Roots’ campaign as well as an update on the latest in the pig industry crisis