Wellbeing charity Farmstrong Scotland has announced a new campaign to help the agricultural community better understand the menopause and its impact on farming homes and workplaces, for both women and men. Launching in October, to coincide with Menopause Awareness...
The overlooked strength of a staple British Food Fortnight invites us to reflect on the food we grow in this country and the farmers who bring it to our tables. It is also an opportunity to look beyond the familiar and rediscover the true value of staples that too...
Julian Thirsk is an Arable Consultant for Niab. He is responsible for 7,800ha across Yorkshire, Durham and Northumberland, as well as his own 325ha farm located in North Yorkshire. In this latest blog Julian reflects on last year's grassweed control, the current...
Farmers, chefs and nutritionists are coming together this Autumn to celebrate one of the UK’s most heroic vegetables. Friday 3rd October is the second British Carrot Day, created by a group of passionate UK farmers who want the nation to rediscover the versatility,...
Farmers, chefs and nutritionists are coming together this Autumn to celebrate one of the UK’s most heroic vegetables. Friday 3rd October is the second British Carrot Day, created by a group of passionate UK farmers who want the nation to rediscover the versatility,...
Farmers, chefs and nutritionists are coming together this Autumn to celebrate one of the UK’s most heroic vegetables. Friday 3rd October is the second British Carrot Day, created by a group of passionate UK farmers who want the nation to rediscover the versatility,...
Wellbeing charity Farmstrong Scotland has launched its annual survey for 2025 following last year's findings that revealed over one third of farmers and crofters across Scotland reported low wellbeing levels. The 2024 survey, conducted in partnership with research...
BASF’s presence at one of the industry’s leading events, Potatoes in Practice last month, underpinned its commitment to this critical crop and gave the opportunity to exchange thoughts on the current season, showcase innovative fungicides, and share insights on their...
Renowned as The UK’s No 1 Farm Business Event, AgriScot is set to return on Wednesday 19 November 2025, promising even more excitement and opportunity for the UK’s leading dairy competition, taking place in the main ring. The event will once again feature the nation’s...
Nick's Top Tips for Grassweed Control: Establish a stale seedbed Invest in robust chemistry at pre-emergence Consider rotational ploughing for bromes Spring cropping remains a valuable tool Positive Outlook for 2025/26: Despite challenges, growers in Northumberland...