Farmers’ leader on energy support package
New Prime Minister Liz Truss set our her energy support package for households and businesses last week.
Responding to the announcement, NFU president Minette Batters...
Ultrasound scanning in farm vet work
As farm vets out on the road, we carry our office and pharmacy with us in our vehicles. One bit of kit I will...
Thick hedges are home to a huge variety and quantity of wildlife
The long-awaited rain has given us to date three-quarters of an inch – well, it’s a start!
Calving season has started – modern breeding has...
Tractor fun run
A tractor run for vintage and modern tractors, hosted by Di and James Hiscock of Caundle Marsh, will be held on Sunday 25 September...
Home food production has never been more important since the war
By Ruth Kinber.
Still no meaningful rain. The cows are now being supplemented with second cut silage and the dry and young stock with straw....
Fertility work and teaching
Alice Miller BVSC DBR MRCVS.
Friars Moor Livestock Health.
One of the best things about being a vet is the variety that comes with the job....
Countrymen UK celebrates its 10th anniversary at Ryland’s farm
Innovative local club helps men with life-limiting conditions access farm and countryside activities to improve their quality of life and mental health
Farmer’s daughter Julie...
Roll up, roll up – it’s show time!
Alice Miller BVSC DBR MRCVS,
Friars Moor Livestock Health.
One of the highlights of the farming calendar for many is show season. I love an agricultural...
Preparation pays in the show ring
By Tria Stebbing.
It is show season, and after the last few years of cancellations, livestock is finally being shown and prizes are being won...
60 seconds with… Nicholas Millard
From fans to farms, Nicholas Millard, ex-drummer of indie-rock band, The Kooks, is living his dream life as Herd Manager at Milton Farm, Westcombe...
