UK farming1 day agoThatchers warn of growing straw shortagesThatchers say they are facing a shortage of straw, putting them out of work for months at a time.1 day ago2 days agoBluetongue restrictions in place for at least two yearsA restricted zone for Dumfries and Galloway and parts of Ayrshire will be put in place on Thursday.2 days ago2 days agoFarmer urges shops to buy British strawberriesRobert Rendall says the summer heatwaves have prompted a bumper crop this year.2 days ago2 days agoFood price cap plans giving farmer 'sleepless nights'East Lothian farmer Jamie Wyllie says he's worried costs will get passed down the line to the food producers.2 days ago2 days agoHeatwaves ruined 40% of our peppers, says growerLea Valley Growers' Association says it has lost 27,000kg of sweet peppers during picking season.2 days ago2 days agoFarm scheme helps learning disabled young adultsThe Rooted & Booted scheme is run from a 300-acre organic livestock farm north of Whitchurch.2 days ago4 days agoRecord heat leaves flower growers short of bloomsThe hottest summer on record makes growing flowers difficult, as demand for British flowers rises.4 days ago4 days agoCalls for action on bluetongue affecting livestockFarmers say they are having to wait to get vaccines for the disease affecting their livestock.4 days ago6 days agoConcerns after bluetongue case identified in NorfolkStephen Morgan is encouraging livestock owners to "remain vigilant" and vaccinate their animals.6 days ago...
