Livestock

NFU Cymru deputy president Abi Reader questioned where the ‘800' figure for the amount of farms targeted for inspection had come from and what evidence it was based on, adding she hoped it was not a ‘witch hunt'

Mr Packham shared his views on X and claimed Richard Ayoade, who voiced the adverts, had been ‘conned' and the campaign went 'against all scientific evidence'

Cases of bluetongue continue to be identified in the south eastern counties, and long-term predictions suggest there could be an issue in the spring and summer of this year. Ellie Layton reports.

The red meat sector organisation said over 70,000 consumers had been inspired to take part in the initiative to promote the benefits of lamb worldwide

APHA confirmed the virus had been identified on the Norfolk/Suffolk border to bring the total number of cases to 55

Former Defra Secretary said it was important the new T-levels provide options which are relevant to jobs and careers in different parts of the country

Scientists are aiming to unlock the potential of clover and other legumes to reduce the use of fertiliser and emissions from livestock agriculture, thanks to a £3.3 million UK Government grant

Gate Street Farm said the culprits had broken secure gates to run over sheep in a field

Cumbrian dairy farmer Robert Craig stepped into the role of the Royal Association of British Dairy Farmers (RABDF) chair at the end of last year

Wiltshire Rural Crime Team had encouraged the public to enjoy the countryside but not at the expense of farmers and livestock