Spring

With warmer weather making a very much welcome return and providing some relief for farmers everywhere, it is also a reminder that the year is marching on and that spring has sprung for many.

A recent AHDB event in Ludlow, Shropshire, highlighted the importance of correct machinery set-up and timing when managing grassland compaction to maximise the productivity of grass leys. Toby Whatley found out more.

Supplying logs direct to customers has turned into a major diversification for one Shropshire farming business, using some of the most advanced processing kit and drying techniques. Alex Heath finds out more.