Met Office

The Environment Agency said five areas in England are officially in drought, with six more experiencing prolonged dry weather following the driest six months to July since 1976

Parts of Scotland faced up to 70mph winds yesterday as storm Floris hit the UK

Defra says it has put measures in place to minimise disruption for farm businesses

Farmers have been urged to use water wisely as rising temperatures cause concerns over a possible drought

A rise in salinity will pose a threat to performance warns expert

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