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Protein-rich peas and beans are replacing concentrates in the winter ration of sheep and cattle at a Radnorshire farm

It has been a year of up horn and down corn

A share farming agreement on a North Wales estate has enabled an ambitious young farmer to further his passion for farming and get a foot on the career ladder. Ellie Layton reports.

APHA confirmed 26 cases of the virus has been detected on 15 farms in Kent and Norfolk since November 11

Defra said there was 'no evidence' bluetongue was circulating in the UK

Chief Veterinary Officer Christine Middlemiss confirmed 11 cases of bluetongue had been identified in the UK since November 11

Police constable Jim Clark said there was 'absolutely no reason' why the incidents should have taken place

Defra said it was the first case to have been identified outside of Kent this year