Farming News
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UK sheep farming is in decline as lambs disappear from hills and plates
British farmers are ditching sheep as costs soar, consumption drops, and government subsidies shift toward biodiversity, leaving the industry at a crossroads.
Scotland farming: How climate change is rewriting the future of crops
From tea leaves to high-tech glass houses, Scotland's agricultural landscape is lowkey evolving for a warmer future.
Fish slaughterhouse inspections in England and Wales are non-existent
Animal Equality UK is calling out the government for a major oversight that leaves millions of farmed fish without mandatory welfare checks at slaughter.
UK Farming: Government green grant chaos leaves farmers stressed
A new UK farming grant meant to support green projects ran out of cash in under six hours, leaving farmers feeling stressed and unheard.
Bluetongue virus: Scotland expands restriction zone to all regions
New rules aim to cut red tape for farmers as the insect-borne livestock virus continues to spread across the country.
Farming AI is taking the guesswork out of your grocery store produce
Agri-tech is using cameras and sensors to predict exactly when crops will be ready, saving farmers money and preventing massive food waste.
Hertfordshire land restoration project aims to bring back local wildlife
A 70-acre family farm is getting a 30-year makeover to restore lost habitats for hedgehogs, hares, and more.
UK food supply: Drought risk puts England’s harvests at stake
A massive portion of our essential crops are being grown in areas facing serious water shortages, and experts say the situation is lowkey reaching a breaking point.
Sheep Dog World Trial: A father-son duo just made history
In a total main character moment, a Welsh farmer and his 19-year-old son both took home world titles at the Sheep Dog World Trial in Scotland.
Tatton Park: Apple Day canceled for the first time in 24 years
A brutal combo of extreme summer drought and pest issues means there just isn't enough fruit for the annual Cheshire celebration.
Texas is the new solar king, and it’s a massive W for farmers
The oil capital of the U.S. is pivoting to solar power, providing a crucial financial safety net for rural landowners.
UK lettuce crops hit by massive aphid invasion
A record-breaking aphid outbreak is set to destroy 30 million heads of lettuce, costing British farmers an estimated £10 million.
Farmers face 'Oasis-style' scramble for green funding as scheme shuts in hours
A £233m government sustainability scheme closed in under six hours, leaving many farmers empty-handed and frustrated.