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FARMLIFE FRAMED

Photo of the Week: Happy as a pig in straw

This week’s shot is of Stacey the Saddleback pig keeping warm in a fresh bed of straw. It was submitted by Bex Walter, a final year vet student, who also…

BUSINESS

Sporting rights and changes in land use - what to consider

Issues can arise where development is planned on farmland when the sporting rights are owned by or let to a third party. In some cases a cash payment is made…

PEST MANAGEMENT

Potato growers reminded to follow 6 steps for nematicide use

Potato growers are being urged to follow the Nematicide Stewardship Programme (NSP) best practice guidelines ahead of spring planting to optimise inputs, protect crop health and support profitability. With input costs…

FARMER FOCUS

Farmer Focus: Sow rations up to counter cold and wind chill

Well, it didn’t take 2026 long to remind us what winter can feel like, after what had been a pleasant, mild end to last year. When the temperatures drop below…

OPINION

Opinion: Food and farming need 'executive council'

Anyone who has dabbled with boats will know a tiller and daggerboard are essential parts of a vessel. Without the former, the helmsman is unable to dictate a direction of…

YOUNG FARMERS

Dyson Farming opens applications for 2026 work experience

Dyson 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…

SPRAYERS

Knight trailed sprayers get extra tech and grey tanks

Knight has titivated its trailed sprayer line-up, fitting neater pipework, grey rather than white tanks and the option of a slicker wash-out system. The KT range, which takes over from…