West Midlands

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

Farmer shuts down meat-box business as weather extremes and lack of Government support take their toll

Company looks to higher welfare standards to boost dividends, says chief executive

Farmers have been warned to increase security after a spate of tractor thefts of expensive tractors and telehandlers in Staffordshire, Shropshire and Worcestershire

Farmers are being warned that the cost-of-living crisis could lead to a rise in livestock thefts.