Farming

Find the latest farming news, events and gossip from The New Blackmore Vale. Got a local story for us?

Buzzing with knowledge

The ladies of Filgroup recently enjoyed a interesting talk by Fred Swift, alias The Wiltshire Beekeeper. Meeting once a month…

Countdown to the Bath & West

In just 83 days, competitors from across the country will be travelling to the Bath & West Show to…

Dispersal sale of high quality contracting machinery draws widespread interest

It seemed that the world and his wife descended on a field in Dorset when Symonds & Sampson held…

The long-term value of hedge-laying

The Blackmore and Sparkford Vale Hunt’s 25th annual Hedge-laying Competition took place at Manor Farm, Milborne Wick on Sunday…

“Local farming at risk” says Sherborne CPRE Chairman

The Chairman of Sherborne CPRE (Campaign to Protect Rural England), Air Marshal Sir Christopher Coville, has expressed serious concern…

Lambing special: Part one – pre-lambing preparation

Many of the flocks we look after are embarking upon their busiest time of year, which is lambing. As…

Birds keepers urged to remain vigilant after first case of bird flu transmission to people

Following the first confirmed case of bird flu in a human, in the south west of England, the UK…

The vet’s role in preventative health planning continues to grow

The role of the farm vet has evolved over generations. Traditionally, vets like James Herriot, were largely treating sick…

Calving tips: III. Assisting the newborn calf

By Alice EJ Miller BVSC DBR MRCVS Friars Moor Livestock Health This…

Farmer’s future now in safe hands as couple’s share opportunity bears fruit

By Miranda Robertson A young farmer has been given a huge boost for his future in the industry after a…