Technology

Research into the DNA of cows is being used to help produce better dairy and beef cattle, but it could also improve the health and lifespan of humans. Nick Drainey reports.

The co-operative structure was ideally suited to help farmers make the most of the data they collect, according to speakers at the Scottish Agricultural Organisation Society (SAOS) annual conference (Thursday Jan 30). 

An international group of scientists, led by Rothamsted Research and the John Innes Centre, has opened its door to healthier wheat varieties, after pinpointing genes responsible for the dietary fibre content of flour.

NIAB has opened its new Cambridge headquarters following a two-year, £25 million redevelopment and construction project.

This year’s British Cattle Breeders Club Conference, held at Telford, focussed on succession as a way of building a sustainable future. Katie Jones and Hannah Noble report.

Enabling farmers to incorporate new technologies into their businesses will be key if the sector is to achieve its climate change goals. Lauren Dean speaks to Luke Halsey, head of Farm491 to find out more.

One of the Innovation Hub’s sessions will look at ‘revolutionary research’. Hannah Park talks to the session’s three speakers to provide an overview of what they will be presenting.

Catch up with all the highlights from the 2020 LAMMA Show, including the latest tractor and loader launches, plus interviews with many of the major manufacturers. Not to mention a certain special guest.

Called the X-Tractor, Kubota recently revealed its latest concept tractor.

An ag-tech start-up looking for crowdfunding for ‘weed zapping’ robots reached its target of £700,000 within just two days of launching the campaign.