Latest stories DISEASE MANAGEMENTFungicide advice as wheat disease pressure remains highDisease pressure is high in winter wheat crops despite a dry April, and growers are being urged to protect the flag leaf at the critical T2 spray timing, especially as… DAIRYHow breeding index is reducing dairy carbon footprint by 16%The dairy genetic index EnviroCow has delivered environmental benefits – across three different farming systems – with a cumulative reduction in carbon footprint of up to 16%, according to a… ENVIRONMENTAL SCHEMESHow funding fears are holding back carbon marketFarmers should press on with tracking on-farm emissions data, even as hopes dwindle that sequestering carbon will become a significant income generator, experts have said. Many of the biggest businesses… ARABLEHow grower’s wheat topped YEN results in challenging seasonFor David Passmore, a first-place Yield Enhancement Network (YEN) result for his KWS Zealum wheat crop was no accident. Even in conditions many crops found testing, variety selection, alongside good… YOUNG FARMERSPeter Gittins: Too much doublespeak from rural policymakers“Doublespeak” is a term rooted in George Orwell’s warnings about political language: words that sound reasonable and reassuring, but conceal, distort or soften what is really happening. It feels increasingly… FARMER FOCUSFarmer Focus: A working soil is key to reducing nitrogen useFertiliser and fuel seem to be a big topic of conversation at the moment. With the price of wheat, and unfavourable weather conditions (soil here is very dry), arable farming… CRIMEHare coursing attacks leave Essex farmer fearing for safetyAn Essex farmer who has suffered more than 200 hare coursing incidents in eight months says he fears for his safety after a series of violent encounters. Matthew Register, an… 4X4SFord unveils tax-friendly two-seat Ranger Double Cab pickupFord has come up with a two-seat version of its popular Ranger double-cab pickup, ostensibly to provide a dedicated dry storage area within the cabin. But the newcomer also follows… ARABLEFocus is on ‘heading’ stage in Farm Demo NetworkAs crops across the Limagrain Farm Demo Network move through growth stages, attention has shifted from early establishment to one key question: how much yield potential is still realistically available,… More articles OpinionSee all OPINIONOpinion: It's time to revisit suckler cow headage paymentsAs we all know, UK beef cow numbers continue to contract at an alarming rate despite better beef prices over the past two years. But when will the English NFU… OPINIONEditor's View: Let's get farmers and eco lobby on same pageGrappling with the intricacies of the carbon market for a feature in this week’s Business section, I was struck by how much more could have been discussed about whether there… OPINIONOpinion: Big, integrated beef units have a role in the UKWe’re roughly a year on from record-high beef prices in the UK, but has anything really changed? The fat price has softened marginally, and stores are still hellishly expensive. Meanwhile,… OPINIONOpinion: Lab-grown meat may provide opportunities for farmersCultivated meat – sometimes called lab-grown or cultured meat – is moving from research into reality. It involves taking a small sample of animal cells, feeding them with a nutrient-rich… Subscribe to Farmers Weekly Save money and never miss an issue. Subscribe ArableSee all DISEASE MANAGEMENTFungicide advice as wheat disease pressure remains highDisease pressure is high in winter wheat crops despite a dry April, and growers are being urged to protect the flag leaf at the critical T2 spray timing, especially as… FARMER FOCUSFarmer Focus: A working soil is key to reducing nitrogen useFertiliser and fuel seem to be a big topic of conversation at the moment. With the price of wheat, and unfavourable weather conditions (soil here is very dry), arable farming… SOILS3 technologies to measure soil health and functionWhile traditional soil testing has focused on chemistry, a growing range of tools are now available to help farmers assess the biological and structural function of soils. Soil health relies… DRILLINGExperts remind maize growers importance of soil temperatureMaize growers are being urged to ensure their soil temperatures are right during the early part of the drilling window and be prepared to adapt to individual field conditions. Grainseed is… ROTATIONSFree crop rotation planning tool launched for farmersA new free-to-use crop rotation planning tool is designed to help growers weigh up the financial and environmental benefits of different crop rotation options. Based on data from hundreds of… FARMER FOCUSFarmer Focus: My view of land use is changingSpring is a wonderful time to be on a farm. Hedges burst into life, oilseed rape is in flower and we have enjoyed welcoming new lambs into the world. This… CROP MANAGEMENTMachines, technology and software farmers find invaluableEvery farmer has a favourite piece of kit or technology on the farm. What is making a difference on the Arable Insights farmer panel’s farms? See also: Arable Insights farmers’… CROP MANAGEMENTFree expert advice and workshops at Arable Insights LiveArable Insights Live is a new one-day event from Farmers Weekly, designed to equip growers and agronomists with the tools and information they need to improve productivity and enhance sustainability.… LivestockSee all DAIRYHow breeding index is reducing dairy carbon footprint by 16%The dairy genetic index EnviroCow has delivered environmental benefits – across three different farming systems – with a cumulative reduction in carbon footprint of up to 16%, according to a… FARMER FOCUSFarmer Focus: Lambing losses hit hard after thorough prepI have been really knocked backwards by lambing. I had thought all the planning was in place and was really looking forward to it. The silage was the best ever,… PARASITIC DISEASESAdvice on grazing management to reduce tick risk to cattleGrazing low-risk tick pastures with maiden heifers before they reach bulling age will help beef suckler herds to build their resistance to tickborne diseases. Combining good cattle immunity with strategies… SHEEPSheep producers warned of high incidence of orf in flocksOrf remains widespread across UK sheep flocks, with new research suggesting the disease continues to carry both economic and welfare impacts for farmers. A study by the Royal Veterinary College… FARMER FOCUSFarmer Focus: Lameness lessons to learn before next lambingThe March lambing group lambed well, with ewes in good condition, good strong lambs and plenty of milk. The downside: having to pull more lambs than usual with heads and… POULTRYPoultry housing order to be lifted in Northern IrelandFree-range poultry producers in Northern Ireland will be able to let their birds out on the range from next Tuesday (5 May), when the mandatory housing order is officially lifted.… DAIRYWhy cutting dairy carbon footprint starts in the calf shedFor one south-west dairy, cutting carbon is about producing milk more efficiently, starting with the next generation of cows. Two Pools Farm, near Bristol, is one of 50 dairy farms… BOVINE TBStormont backs urgent action on NI bovine TB crisisStormont has backed calls for immediate action to eradicate bovine TB, including wildlife intervention, as farmer concern grows over the long-running failure to control the disease. Members of the Legislative… MachinerySee all 4X4SFord unveils tax-friendly two-seat Ranger Double Cab pickupFord has come up with a two-seat version of its popular Ranger double-cab pickup, ostensibly to provide a dedicated dry storage area within the cabin. But the newcomer also follows… 4X4SThree-phase battery kit offers alternative to diesel generatorsClayton Power has introduced a 400V three-phase battery system that can do the job of a large diesel generator. The E-gen system is designed to sit in the back of… 4X4SLatest Isuzu D-Max gets bigger engine and slicker transmissionA long-awaited engine upgrade has been introduced for the Isuzu D-Max that promises to improve acceleration and pulling power. The new 2.2-litre power plant puts out a healthy 400Nm of… 4X4SUK start-up Primus offers tailor-made waterproof seat coversFor those keen to keep their pickup, van or tractor seats free from mud and grime, British brand Primus Seat Covers is here to help. This start-up began trading from… CommunitySee all YOUNG FARMERSPeter Gittins: Too much doublespeak from rural policymakers“Doublespeak” is a term rooted in George Orwell’s warnings about political language: words that sound reasonable and reassuring, but conceal, distort or soften what is really happening. It feels increasingly… FARMER FOCUSFarmer Focus: A working soil is key to reducing nitrogen useFertiliser and fuel seem to be a big topic of conversation at the moment. With the price of wheat, and unfavourable weather conditions (soil here is very dry), arable farming… FARMLIFE FRAMEDPhoto of the Week: Spring lambs for a spring bank holidayThis week's photo of the week seems to embody what a spring bank holiday is all about – sunshine and new life. The photo was taken by Mary Brough of… FARMER FOCUSFarmer Focus: Lambing losses hit hard after thorough prepI have been really knocked backwards by lambing. I had thought all the planning was in place and was really looking forward to it. The silage was the best ever,… BusinessSee all ENVIRONMENTAL SCHEMESHow funding fears are holding back carbon marketFarmers should press on with tracking on-farm emissions data, even as hopes dwindle that sequestering carbon will become a significant income generator, experts have said. Many of the biggest businesses… BUSINESS MANAGEMENTHow award-winning young farmer is targeting business growthSince winning the 2025 Farmers Weekly Young Farmer of the Year Award, Hampshire livestock farmer Matt Hancocks has expanded his business, increased cattle numbers, and continues promoting agriculture. “It's been… MILK PRICESMilk prices show first signs of market turnaroundSeveral major milk processors have committed to either maintaining or lifting farmgate milk prices in the coming weeks, despite large volumes of milk both in the domestic market and at… LAND MARKETSSurge of land and farm launches as spring market picks upA host of land and farms are on offer across the UK as the spring market picks up. We take a look at some of the newcomers to the market. See… Careers NEWSSkills shortages threaten future of UK food and farmingA new report released today (28 January) warns that labour and skills shortages are putting UK food security at risk. It calls for the industry, education and government to act… YOUNG FARMERSDyson Farming opens applications for 2026 work experienceDyson Farming has opened applications for its Summer Series 2026 programme, offering an immersive week-long work experience for people aged 18 and over from 6-10 July. The Summer Series will… COMMUNITYEx-military personnel sought for John Deere technical rolesAgricultural equipment manufacturer John Deere is holding a fresh drive to recruit ex-military personnel for its dealership network. It has identified men and women with military experience as the “ideal… POULTRYTips for new entrants from a 16-year-old entrepreneurStarting a new farming enterprise can be challenging at any age. Lewis Thomas was just 13 when he launched his own business, producing free-range eggs from a flock of layers…
