News

The reduction of the Duhonw flocks of pedigree sheep at Carlisle on behalf of Michael James and family, Builth Wells, topped at 10,000gns for Texels and Bluefaced Leicesters and 9,000gns for Badger Face Texels

"Michael was a key driving force behind a number of high-profile issues, none more so than helping to get legislation laid in Parliament to ensure fair and transparent contracts for all UK dairy farmers"

Could the future see more 'environmentally friendly cows' in the Uk?

In response to 'Veganuary', Regenuary was set up to showcase how farmers are producing food while putting nature first

Milk and butter sales fall as meat, fruit and vegetable categories boosted

"We need the UK Government to stop, reset, reflect, and properly engage and consult on an alternative approach – one that does not have deep, unintended consequences for the future of farming"

The industry has looked to keep the pressure on Government on changes to Inheritance Tax over the festive period

A new Bluefaced Leicester female record of 15,000gns was set at Carlisle when the female portion of the Carry House flock was sold on behalf of R.D. Archer and Son, Wark, Northumberland

With Swiss agriculture contemplating how it mixes its centuries old way of life with the demands of modern consumers, Alex Black spoke to farmers in Switzerland about how they see the future

Industry leaders from across agriculture shared their hopes for the sector in 2025, and the challenges that lie ahead over the next 12 months