Dairy, beef and sheep sectors must deliver an effective farm-level response to the UK’s pledge to slash 30% of methane emissions by 20301, or the ‘soundbite’ solution of reducing numbers and downsizing livestock production will take control.
The environment is an ever-increasing consideration for farmers, with payments favouring practices to benefit wildlife, water and carbon sequestration. And visitors to the Midlands Machinery Show on 9-10 November can find out how to make steps towards net zero as well as the opportunities available. (more…)
As the agricultural industry continues to work on reducing its carbon footprint, many are looking at swapping their diesel guzzling machines for electric powered ones. And visitors to this year’s Midlands Machinery Show will have the opportunity to see some of these machines in action. (more…)
When Ferguson enthusiast Raymond Browne stumbled across a TE20 covered in briar and brambles, he knew straight away it was an early model. But it wasn’t until days later he realised he had discovered TE20 Number Six, which rolled off the assembly line during the first week of production in 1946. (more…)
Water is a primary input on farm – whether arable or livestock. About 86% of holdings rely on mains water supply and its cost continues to rise. But rainwater is free – and visitors to the Midlands Machinery Show can learn how to harvest this valuable asset. (more…)
Machinery dealer Russell’s is celebrating its 100th year of serving the agricultural community by exhibiting two real show-stoppers at this year’s Midlands Machinery Show. (more…)