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British manufacturer Knight Farm Machinery has expanded its dealer network with the appointment of Chandlers Farm Equipment, one of the UK’s largest machinery dealers.

Funding through Frank Parkinson Agricultural Trust has opened up opportunity for a new nutrient use efficiency project to give farmers more real terms data on their organic manures. James Huyton reports.

Keeping an eye on the latest trends in the grain markets

New machinery technology promises gains in efficiency and performance, but turning those benefits into measurable financial returns remains a key challenge for farmers and contractors, says Toby Whatley

Dan Hawes grew up on an arable farm in Suffolk and now produces strawberry and raspberry plants for the UK fruit market with Blaise Plants, sister company to Hugh Lowe Farms, Kent. The business grows outside, under tunnels and in glasshouses and produces more than four million plants a year. The arable side includes environmental schemes, with a mix of wheat, oilseed rape, beans and barley crops

Mike Greenwood-Wilkins captured the nation’s hearts on Great British Bake Off, and as the first farmer to appear on the popular TV show, he was able to showcase just how important this industry is. Emily Ashworth visits him to find out more

Could strip till be the next step forward for sugar beet? Jane Carley looks at a recent trial

Showcasing British farming on TV's most popular baking show, the Great British Bake Off, arable farmer Mike Greenwood-Wilkins speaks to digital editor Emily Ashworth about educating the public, the lack of Government support and the solidarity of his family unit

Recent figures from the AEA reflect a near 50% increase in new tractor registrations for March 2026 compared to 2025

Managing multiple farms and a commercial pheasant shoot is no mean feat, but teamwork is key to the Myers family’s success