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Following discussions with farmer representatives and escalating farm costs of production Freshways has announced a minimum 3ppl milk price increase from January 1 2022.Ìý

A lack of suitable abattoirs is one of the top three greatest barriers to growth for farmers and smallholders selling rare and native breed products.

The case for a network of local abattoirs has been well made, including in a recent report by The Prince’s Countryside Fund, but it may not be a realistic proposition, according to a retail butcher.

Genetic contact tracing to identify the source of a bTB outbreak could be another tool in the armoury for managing the disease, scientists have claimed.

The cooperative said it was ‘acutely aware’ of the unprecedented cost inflation hitting dairy farmers

The cooperative said it was now focused on recovering costs in the market place as farmers face inflationary costs on farm

Young dairy enthusiasts were pleased to be back in the ring again at the All Breeds All Britain Calf Show, held once again at the East of England Showground, Peterborough.

Improving silage production as part of setting the farm up for the future has brought multiple benefits for one North Wales dairy farm, including improved cow health.

With the move towards environmental payments offering a host of different subsidy support scheme options, AHDB’s new 51AVÊÓƵBusiness Review is helping one mixed Wiltshire farmer take a hard look at his production costs as he prepares for the transition.

Housing is an ideal time to assess liver fluke and protect productivity over winter.