Profitability is key to farm survival
Farmers must focus on profitability rather than maximum production to secure the future of their business without subsidy payments – and improved grazing could the answer. Continue reading
Category: Livestock
New course helps farmers protect the environment
Fertilisers and manures are a vital part of growing crops and productive grassland – but they can also have a serious impact on our water and air quality. A new course is helping farmers to improve their nutrient management to save money and the environment. Continue reading
Pig & Poultry Fair wins national award
The Technical Events Team at Grandstand Stoneleigh Events were delighted to be awarded the organising team of the year at a prestigious event at London’s Honourable Artillery Company last week. Continue reading
Dairy farm profits recover – but not for long
Dairy farmers’ profits recovered in 2017/18 as milk prices returned to more sustainable levels – but the outlook for 2018/19 is far less bright, according to a survey by accountant Old Mill. Continue reading
International flavour at the Dairy Show
The UK’s largest dairy show is gearing up to receive visitors from near and far, with guests, trade stands and judges coming from all over the world. Continue reading
Supreme class judges at the Dairy Show
Judging top class animals requires years of experience both in exhibiting and judging, and at this year’s Dairy Show the judges have an impressive history of awards and events behind them. Continue reading
Maximise cow health and performance with Y-Ware
On farm trials uniting information from precision technology are paving the future of dairy management, giving farmers easily accessible real-time information on cow health. Continue reading
Grassland & Muck 2020 moves to Ragley Estate
The UK’s number one working machinery event, Grassland & Muck, is moving to a new location in 2020, giving it a fresh new feel for exhibitors and visitors alike. Continue reading
Keep abreast of the latest developments at the Dairy Show
Keeping abreast of the latest technological developments ensures farmers remain ahead of the game – and they can do just that at this year’s Dairy Show. Continue reading
Westerwolds demand soars to fill the feed gap
Demand for fast-growing Westerwolds grasses has increased ten-fold this year, as farmers try to replenish a shortage of fodder, according to DLF Seeds. Continue reading