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Two young sheep farmers are getting their chance to develop new businesses thanks to the water company United Utilities in an arrangement that meets both parties’ aims. Jonathan Wheeler reports.

Closing the gates at Streamvale Open Farm due to the Covid-19 pandemic was a worrying time for Chris Wilson, but he managed to turn it into an opportunity to start a new business which has just celebrated its first birthday.

Diversifying into free-range egg production allowed Cambridgeshire farmer Simon Bluff to return to the family farm, and despite the challenges faced by the sector has proved a sound business decision. Clemmie Gleeson finds ou

The Ethical Butcher is helping to spark a fresh interest in sustainability, much to many consumers delight. Hannah Binns spoke to founder Farshad Kazemian to find out more.

Pasture-fed livestock are promoted as good for the environment, but it’s the human health gain that is the prime driver for Anna Blumfield who returned to the family farm eight years ago. Jack Watkins reports.

With safety increasingly under the spotlight and more distance covered on the road, one farm has opted for a trio of bale trailers with hydraulically operated sides, reducing the time taken strapping a load. Jane Carley reports.

As Dorothy Fairburn retires from her role as CLA’s director north this spring, she spoke to Clemmie Gleeson about her life and career in the countryside, her Nuffield scholarship on suicide in the farming community and her pl

Although the Porter name in Scotland is synonymous with Angus Soft Fruits, few know that Willie Porter’s love of beef stock created a desire to improve the industry. Ewan Pate finds out more.