What to look for at turnout this Spring
The sun is finally shining and there is some warmth in the air as I write this – I…
Fertiliser shortages and food security solutions
We are really enjoying some lovely Spring weather at the moment; Tom is applying some fertiliser to the land…
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…
