farming

New report shows UK’s farming industry continues to contract at an alarming rate following last year's Budget

Over the last 10 years, 10 different figures have taken on the role of Defra Secretary. With the longest standing secretary lasting just over two-and-a-half years, and the shortest lasting 49 days, we take a look back at what they did – or did not do – for farming

Labour's tax policies will destroy small and medium family businesses, Gavin Lane tells attendees at the CLA conference

The Norfolk farmer says his priorities will focus on changes to IHT and securing certainty around agri-environmental schemes

Jim Smith first diversified into stand up 12 years ago, having lived and worked on his family farm all his life his content is predominately a mix of jokes and anecdotes about rural and farming life

Farmers urged to prepare for challenging season unless ow water levels recover by spring 2026

Crop planting area set to recover from this year's 42-year low

The Somerset farmer said he would use the prize money to pay the family farm tax if he wins

In a joint project by the Lake District National Park Authority, Cumbria Wildlife Trust and through working closely with farmers, 23 football pitches worth of hay meadows has been restored

Pig producer issues six-point action plan following release of film footage highlighting 'unacceptable practices'