Economist says while farmers coped with recent global upheaval, it would be 'very painful' to see a return to high input prices
NFU president Tom Bradshaw said while the NFU response to the UK farm assurance review covers ‘some of the benefits' that assurance schemes offer, it also explains the ‘inescapable issues' that must be addressed
The UK harvested the third smallest wheat crop in 40 years
Bedding, energy, fertiliser and feed have almost doubled according to AHDB analysis
"The data collected through this survey will be shared to help inform how the whole industry can best support those dealing with bluetongue, as well as informing preparations for next year's midge season"
There were 4.98 million head of cattle and calves in England at June 1
"It is quite scary when we have one viewpoint being pushed which could hurt so many farm businesses"
Prices of fertiliser have historically followed natural gas prices, with AHDB warning prices may start to rise if the increase in gas prices continues
Commissioners leading the Farm Assurance Review have extended the deadline for responses to the farmer survey to September 7
Hayley Campbell-Gibbons will officially start her role as RABDF's chief executive on November 11 2024