Livestock

With food prices continuing to be a driver of overall UK inflation, Cedric Porter takes a look at the difference between retail price and farmgate.

Scottish Government needs to make a clear statement rejecting the reintroduction of the lynx to the countryside, after proposals were put back on the agenda.

The increase in prices in the latest Global Dairy Trade (GDT) auction are unlikely to herald a change in the dairy market and a return to increased farmgate prices.

Team structures and working patterns may have to radically change to meet the work-life balance expectations of the modern workforce, said speakers at the National Herdspersons Conference held at Harper Adams University, Shropshire.

The provision and quality of water is paramount to overall cow health and performance, but these are areas of management which are often overlooked.

Former Defra Secretary George Eustice is calling for a Coronation fund to support native livestock breeds

Unless a buyer is found the last sale will take place on May 4

Maize and fodder beet growers are being urged to complete a survey about the impact of the loss of important seed dressings.

Government needs to act swiftly to extend parallel imports and permits for plant protection products until a proper regulatory process is in place, with the NFU warning the industry is running out of time.

A plan to tackle rural crime and protect wildlife in Wales was launched at the Royal Welsh showground on Thursday.