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The upland livestock sector in England is facing potential ‘collapse’ unless Defra’s post-Brexit schemes replace the funding lost by direct support cuts, an industry leader has warned.

Mentioning the lack of rain in my last column had the same effect as getting the barbecue out: the rain arrived duly arrived, but unfortunately in rather a deluge.

For some breed societies sharing services and staff is proving to be the way forward in improving efficiencies. Angela Calvert reports.

Retailers and importers fear post-Brexit border checks are going to increase the price of food over the coming months.

The Government was right to make provision for a temporary and limited derogation for the use of the neonicotinoid seed treatment Cruiser SB on sugar beet for the 2021 season, although the colder conditions of recent months mean it will not be required this year.

A consistent process to the treatment of scouring calves will help to reduce the cost and consequences of diarrhoea says Trouw Nutrition GB Young Animal Feed Manager, Georgina Thomas.

In light of the news the Government was close to agreeing a deal with Australia, Cedric Porter takes an in-depth look into the facts and figures behind UK and Australian beef production

Charolais was the breed of choice for Mike and Margaret Atkinson when they started their Mowbraypark herd more than 30 years ago and it is a decision which has paid off for both their pedigree and commercial herds. Angela Cal

The Government said the move was to curb rising inflation

If I were to go by this year’s weather, April showers would become a myth and be replaced with wet and windy May, or something slightly more catchy.