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It was the overall champion, a ewe lamb from Messrs Lord's Hewgill flock, North Stainmore, which led the trade at 9,000gns at the Classy Ladies sale of crossing type Bluefaced Leicester females at Carlisle

The collection and storage of genetic material from rare native livestock breeds is an important part of the Rare Breeds survival Trust's rare breeds conservation strategy

Does Britain need more rights of way to be added to the Definitive Map?

The campaign is highlighting the taste, nutritional benefits and trust in British farming

"When it comes to succession and rethinking business structure, you should not make changes overnight"

A surge in Mercosur imports has caused concerns for Chinese farmers

Jeremy Clarkson could soon enjoy the 'delights' and 'joys' of a dinner with Chris Packham and tofu-butter curries if he becomes a vegan

The dairy said turnover fell as a result of volatility in like for like milk prices

"Our children mean so much to us, and those who want to take over the business and be the next generation of farmers may have that privilege taken away. I truly do not know what I would do if I had to have that painful conversation about giving up our farm business and giving up an industry which has provided me with so much joy"

Jimmy Carter, the most recent farmer to occupy the Whitehouse, died on December 29 aged 100