Met Office

River flow and rainfall averages plummet as dry weather set to continue

Farmers have argued sheep grazing plays a 'vital role' in controlling the risk of wildfires

Agronomists and farmers say positive signs are on the horizon despite slow markets

Farmers warned to be wary of net blotch and brown rust

Farmers braced for more misery as Storm Herminia arrives on Sunday

Farmers urged to prepare for multi-hazard weather event of high winds, snow and heavy rain

"Safety for farmers, family members and workers should always be the number one priority. And while fully understanding the pressures farmers are under, it is vital they avoid taking risks which could lead to injury or fatalities"

"We have had about eight acres of the farm which has completely flooded because streams cannot cope with the amount of rainfall we have experienced"

"We know that there is a perception that the majority of our investment in flood defences goes to protect urban populations. All flood and coastal risk management projects must be carefully assessed to make sure they benefit the most people and property. But that does not mean we do not prioritise rural communities"

Met Office says 10 English counties experienced wettest September on record