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Big changes to Deere’s sprayer line-up could help propel the manufacturer back into contention in the UK self-propelled sprayer market. We get behind the wheel of the 550R to see what it is made of.

Groundswell celebrated its tenth year with a broad mix of machinery and technology aimed at regenerative, organic and conventional farming systems. From ultra-shallow cultivators and compost tea systems to autonomous mowing, exhibitors showcased innovations designed to improve soil health and reduce inputs

A switch to organic and a view on succession has led to a change in focus for the Hunter family and their milking goats

A dairy farmer in Germany has matched his cows with his infrastructure to develop a business able to cope with fluctuating milk prices

Dairy farmers focus on quality when producing multi-cut silage, but when there is a lot of grass to tackle, a productive triple mower comes in handy. Jane Carley meets a farmer cutting more than 11m in a single pass

Looking to make the most of his land and buildings in a way that suited him, Ernie Harker is enjoying the benefits of switching to a lower risk system

Connecting children to farming is more important than ever, and a recent National Sheep Association event helped to bring hundred of youngsters on-farm to learn more about the industry

Biological products are attracting growing attention, and farmers are exploring how biology can boost yields, while experts warn that success depends on getting the fundamentals right

Philip Close and his daughter Heather are still on a learning curve as they fine-tune their minimum-input suckler herd in Ayrshire, where priority is given to soil function and extended rest periods for the grazing

Offering a package of precision farming services using the latest equipment and software is a valuable operation for FieldCraft Technologies