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The breed record for a Badger Face Welsh Mountain was smashed five times at Brecon.

Farmers are being reminded of the risk of botulism this season after soaring fertiliser prices led to an increase in the use of poultry litter on grass crops.

Poultry producers in need of seasonal workers can now apply to the visa scheme after the Government revealed the names of the two official operators.

Mary Raymond, 19, grew up in Croesgoch, Pembrokeshire on her family farm and is now currently working on the farm between attending the University of Reading, where she is studying agricultural business management.

A target to reduce emissions from the Scottish beef sector by 75 per cent over the next eight years has come under fire, amid fears it will mean a cut in cow numbers.

Almost 20 stakeholder organisations held an emergency meeting over the lack of progress on developing a Scottish agriculture policy last week.

The UK Government has made a range of grants available to help farmers and allied industries improve their productivity and efficiency. Hannah Binns talks to some of those who have tapped into the funding.

The 19,434 gimmer lambs on offer at the Farmers Guardian supported North of England Mule Sheep Association show and sale at Hawes averaged 122.35, down 7.69 on the year.

A ringside round-up from the hot competition at UK Dairy Day, including three National shows.

As the USDA increases global wheat production estimates and a potential global recession looms, Cedric Porter takes a look at the impact on the grain markets