November 25, 2021
Bird flu update: UK-wide housing measures introduced
UK-wide housing measures have been introduced to protect poultry and captive birds against avian flu; the measures come into force on Monday 29 November.
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November 19, 2021
Keeping love alive in the countryside – take the survey!
One of the country’s leading family law firms is conducting a survey to find out how farmers keep their relationships alive within their high pressured jobs.
November 3, 2021
Bird Flu prevention zone declared across Great Britain
An avian influenza prevention zone has been declared across the whole of Great Britain as of 5pm November 3, following a number of detections of the virus.
November 2, 2021
Bird flu identified in poultry and wild birds in Wrexham County Borough
Avian Influenza has been identified in poultry and wild birds in Wrexham County Borough; temporary Disease Control zones have been imposed around the premises.
October 27, 2021
The Great Country Smallholding Christmas giveaway!
Smallholding prizes worth hundreds of pounds for you to win this Christmas; just fill in the form at the bottom of the page to entert for free!
October 27, 2021
Bird flu identified at a wild bird rescue centre in Worcestershire
Bird flu has been identified at a wild bird rescue in Worcestershire; risk to public health and food safety is low but protective measures are advised.
October 25, 2021
David Brown anniversary at Newark Vintage Tractor Show
The David Brown Tractor Club is preparing to celebrate 60 years of the 880 and 990 at the Newark Vintage Tractor and Heritage Show on November 13 and 14.
October 21, 2021
Campaign returns with a focus on food and farming
AHDB’s £3.5m We Eat Balanced consumer campaign has returned, with a focus on food and farming, starting with the benefits of beef, pork, lamb and milk.
October 21, 2021
Stakes are high with underinsured haystacks, warns farming expert
Many farmers are unaware farm insurance policies stipulate limits for haystacks; they are being called on to check their policy for any restrictions.
August 24, 2021
Trade body’s wasp warning for farmers
National body warns farmers of the dangers of wasp stings
August 23, 2021
How to spot tomato blight and what to do about it
Tomato blight has ruined many harvests in 2021; find out how to spot tomato blight, what causes it and how to treat it
