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Agricultural and food diversity has been a big part of Britain’s culture and heritage with classic regional produce and many native sheep breeds among asests assigned to particular regions and counties.

As the New Year approaches and 2021 draws to an end, Cedric Porter takes a look back at what happened in each sector this year

With family farming history spanning 150 years at Cairns Farm, fourth generation sheep famers Caroline and Graham Hamilton were keen to secure a viable business future for the next generation.

While most of us quickly forget the annual ’out with the old, in with the new’ motto post New Year, young farmers are likely to channel it in their approach going forward.

As 2021 draws to an end, Hannah Binns takes a look back at key industry and political developments which made the farming headlines this year.

Financial barriers pose the biggest challenge to young British and Canadian dairy farmers alike looking to establish their own business. 

Next year’s Royal Highland Show, due to be held from June 23 to 26, will mark the 200th anniversary of the first event in 1822.

The UK Cereal Pathogen Virulence Survey (UKCPVS) has released its annual update on the varietal resistance of young winter wheat plants to yellow rust.

Supply chain issues and labour shortages may become the new normal for food businesses, as the crisis continues to deepen.

Succession is a difficult question to broach in any farming family but it is vital to get the ball rolling. Alex Black takes a look at what young farmers need to consider when starting the conversation