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For many arable farmers, black-grass control is an endless challenge. One Gloucestershire farmer is utilising drone technology to manage the problem.

Cornish new potatoes are the welcome first sign of spring for many consumers, but growing a premium product in such unique terrain brings extra challenges. Jane Carley reports.

With fuel and labour two substantial costs of establishing a potato crop, one West Midlands-based farm has turned to a Baselier FA350 one-pass planter to mitigate against spiralling costs. Alex Heath speaks to them about the machine and the philosophy surrounding it.

Kate Humble shares some of her favourite spring recipes with Farmers Guardian readers from her new book, Homecooked.

Issues such as computer chip shortages and steel price rises were already affecting machinery delivery times before recent developments exacerbated equipment supply issues. Martin Rickatson asks makers and dealers for tips on securing what you need – when you need it. 

Chris Davies is pursuing his passion for traditional rural crafts while working alongside his parents on the family farm. Gaina Morgan finds out more.

Well-established family butchery and farm business owner Philip Warren and son, Ian, are passionate about strengthening and growing a marketing route for native breeds. And as they told Rebecca Jordan, linking up with local f

John Maguire & Son is a Lancashire based family-owned business, which has established a reputation during the past 50-years for designing, building and installing weighbridges. Simon Henley visited the company installing a weighbridge in Leicestershire.

As farms expand with more remote buildings or totally separate yards, many farmers are looking at camera systems for security and to monitor stock. Toby Whatley looks at what you need to know and finds out more about remote-controlled units from UK suppliers.

Autumn is upon us, and here, Jenny Jefferies, author of For the Love of the Land cookbook, shares some of her favourite recipes.