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Cumbrian farmer Alistair Mackintosh has taken over the role of Red Tractor chair from Christine Tacon, who stepped down to 'avoid perceived conflicts' following her appointment to the Co-op board

Resilience to drought and reduced fertiliser applications will be key traits for perennial rye grass varieties in 2050

NSA president Phil Stocker said: "We want to start that stability with continuity with the shadow team that has engaged so far with industry. A change of personnel into these roles will not be welcomed"

A new sale for the Charollais breed at Carlisle accommodated vendors from Northern Ireland the sale by having a mixture of animals in the market and some sold via video recordings. And it was one of the Northern Ireland vendors whose ram lambs took many of the top prices

Scottish farmer-turned comedian to front Radio 4's Me and the Farmer, giving listeners a behind-the-scenes look at modern farming

Cheshire Police Rural Crime Team confirmed both dogs involved in killing the sheep had been shot dead