Weather

A prolonged spell of heat and dry weather at this stage of the growing season brings real concern, warns expert

Cooler spring temperatures have delayed the start of British strawberry season this year, but growers say the wait will be rewarded with berries packed with exceptional flavour

The Environment Agency has urged farmers to plan ahead for irrigation

Farmers have been urged to take care with high winds set to hit northern parts of the UK

While this is positive news for water supplies, the National Drought Group says exceptional levels of rain have caused devastating flooding in many communities

James Winslade's farm was under water in February after years of battling flooding

Upto 60mm of rain forecast for the south as Scotland and northern areas face snow and ice

Further challenges for Northern Ireland's farmers as country records wettest January since 1849

Concerns rise over cattle turnout and soil health after 40-day deluge

Farmers are preparing for further flooding over the coming days, with no let up after weeks of heavy rainfall