Stronger together at the British Pig & Poultry Fair
Working together to improve efficiencies and tackle the threat of disease were hot topics at the British Pig & Poultry Fair on 14 May. Both avian influenza (AI) and African…
Challenge and opportunities at the British Pig & Poultry Fair
Demand for eggs and poultry meat is strong and growing – so there are plenty of opportunities in each sector. But pig producers are facing a downturn – and there…
Prioritise fuel for food and prepare for 2027 shortages, warns CAAV
The UK will soon start to see real impacts of the crisis in the Gulf, and the Government needs to act now to ensure continued access to food. That’s according to the Central Association of Agricultural Valuers, which warns that access to fuel may need to be prioritised to avoid crops rotting in fields this summer and enable autumn sowing.
Meet the Presidents: Alice Plunkett and William Fox-Pitt
Alice Plunkett and William Fox-Pitt are renowned for their achievements in the equestrian world, but this year they are taking on a different challenge as presidents of the Royal Bath…
Greater understanding needed to achieve food security
Farming and the rural business sector are under tremendous pressure right now – and need careful, balanced policies if they are to remain viable. That’s according to the Central Association…
Feeding dry cows: The Goldilocks approach
Feeding dry cows correctly is a critical factor in dairy herd health, productivity and profitability, and there is a fine balance to be found, according to leading research. Speaking at…