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Organic and conventional farmers in Suffolk have joined forces to test three different crop establishment systems, with a focus on weed control, soil health and soil moisture conservation

The Wildlife Trusts says volume must not be allowed to replace the value of sustainable farming

Few beef farmers can claim that skippering a speedboat is part of the working day, but the Scott-Park family's lochside location has provided opportunities to supplement the income from their organic suckler herd

The Defra secretary highlighted the importance of healthy soils and confirmed the government’s commitment to an Organic Action Plan for England while at Groundswell

Rising fertiliser costs, sustainability concerns and consumer demand are driving a surge in organic farmland in the UK, according to Soil Association Certification

Mossgiel Organic Farm wants to plot a better way forward to support small farm businesses which face volatility and uncertainty from the mega dairies

Differing levels of government support for organic farming are creating a postcode lottery for UK farmers, with huge variations between England, Scotland and Wales

This week from Farmers Guardian readers: Steve Clarkson, chief executive of Organic Farmers and Growers, examines new research on pesticide residues in soils and the debate over whether their use should be phased out

Healthy cows which can thrive on an organic grazing programme is the focus for Murray Brown and his multi-breed herd

A look at five farms putting organic best practice into action, showcasing the ideas, systems and approaches helping their businesses succeed