Dairy industry unites behind calls for urgent government action to save sector
20th April 2020
Appeals for urgent government action to save the dairy industry have been backed by the entire supply chain, including UK farming unions, RABDF, Dairy UK and the Provision Trade Federation.
SIMA rescheduled to February 2021
19th April 2020
At the request of a large number of exhibitors and organisations from the agricultural machinery industry whose production and distribution activities have been hit hard by today’s public health and
JCB opens part of factory to help in NHS PPE production
18th April 2020
JCB and a team of volunteer employees have set up mini production lines to come to the aid of the nation’s NHS heroes in need of personal protective equipment. Principal
Covid-19: Massey Ferguson supplies face shields to medical staff
17th April 2020
Agco brand Massey Ferguson is using 3D printing technology at its facility in Beauvais, France, to produce and donate full face shields to its local medical staff, who are working
Fancy a trip in a 1915 Burrell Showman’s Traction Engine?
17th April 2020
Cambridge based Cheffins auctioneers is hosting a timed online auction in aid of the COVID-19 Fast Response Fund. This new fund has been set up by Addenbrooke’s Charitable Trust (ACT)
Securitas mobile and remote security solutions could be key to tackling theft
16th April 2020
With the country facing an unprecedented health crisis, there is growing evidence to suggest farmers are being targeted by thieves. Now, more than ever, it is time to review and
Getting into high-end holiday lets
16th April 2020
Looking for ways to diversify? We spoke to one company that provides sustainable cabins, making use of existing farmland to generate extra revenue, while a rural specialist provides top tips
NBA details concerns to supermarkets over Polish mince imports
15th April 2020
The National Beef Association (NBA) has written to Asda CEO Roger Burnley and Sainsbury’s CEO Mike Coupe raising concerns over their use of imported Polish mince. The letter has been
CLA urges public to stay local to help under-threat rural businesses
14th April 2020
With millions of people having to cancel their Easter holiday plans due to the pandemic, the Country Land and Business Association (CLA), which represents 5,000 rural tourism businesses, is urging
Newly launched food marketplace creates vital network for local food producers
13th April 2020
A new online marketplace, Foodens has launched in the UK – connecting shops and food suppliers with their local communities. Businesses can list food boxes for sale (for both collection