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Nine ways to keep your farm vehicles safe

Nine ways to keep your farm vehicles safe

Good security is crucial to protecting your property. But as no two farms or rural businesses are the same, there’s no standard, one-size-fits-all solution.
DataHub

DataHub

We collate the financial and market data relevant to UK agriculture, so you can view the latest prices, analyse trends over time and compare prices between UK livestock markets.
Dairy Farmer Magazine

Dairy Farmer Magazine

Serving the UK dairy sector for 85 years, Dairy Farmer continues to serve its sector with the information it needs.
Auction Finder

Auction Finder

21 Aug 2018
Your one stop shop for all agricultural sales. Visit the UK’s most comprehensive auction directory.
British Farming Awards

British Farming Awards

18 Oct 2018
There are few occasions when farmers come together to celebrate all they have achieved but the British Farming Awards is one of those rare times.
CropTec

CropTec

28 Nov 2018
The CropTec show is for all farmers and agronomists seeking the latest information on innovative methods to increase profits from crop production.

Top Stories

Inspirational story of farming couple who set up shop in neglected barn

Inspirational story of farming couple who set up shop in neglected barn

News30 Aug 201713:10
A farming couple have encouraged others to use relaxed planning rules to set up rural businesses after their farm shop became a rip-roaring success.
Business Diversification farm life
VIDEO: Meet the innovative farmers putting British wool back on the map

VIDEO: Meet the innovative farmers putting British wool back on the map

News11 Oct 201710:00
With the sheep industry under pressure with people eating less lamb and Brexit threatening exports to the continent, Alex Black spoke with the innovative farmers looking to put British wool back on the map
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How to succeed at diversification: farmers urged to research market

How to succeed at diversification: farmers urged to research market

News20 Nov 201706:00
Diversification is likely to play an important role after Brexit but farmers have been urged to research their intended market first.
Advice Business Diversification farm life Getting started
Why farmers should consider holiday lets outside tourist hotspots

Why farmers should consider holiday lets outside tourist hotspots

News03 Dec 201706:00
With many farms outside typical tourist areas, Cath Anthony at Bidwells told Alex Black why farmers should still consider holiday lets.
Advice Business Diversification Land and property
Opening a farm shop? Here's five things you need to know...

Opening a farm shop? Here's five things you need to know...

News19 Dec 201705:00
Opening a farm shop can be an attractive proposition for a farmer – opening up new markets and gaining an additional income stream which cuts out the middleman.
Advice Business Diversification farm life Getting started Handy hints New entrants
More than 100 farmers set to launch new nature-friendly farming network

More than 100 farmers set to launch new nature-friendly farming network

News05 Jan 201806:00
More than 100 farmers are set to launch a new nature-friendly farming network later today at the Oxford Real Farming Conference.
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Farmers urged not to make 'knee-jerk' diversification decisions

Farmers urged not to make 'knee-jerk' diversification decisions

News02 Feb 201806:00
Farmers have been urged to do their research before jumping into diversification schemes.
Advice arable Business dairy Diversification farm life Land and property livestock Scotland
Demand for free-range eggs driving farm diversification

Demand for free-range eggs driving farm diversification

News25 Feb 201812:00
With supermarkets and consumers turning away from eggs from caged hens, there could be opportunities for livestock farmers.
Business Diversification farm life livestock poultry
Former Royal Agricultural University students team up with Amazon

Former Royal Agricultural University students team up with Amazon

News21 Mar 201808:45
Upmarket meat delivery service field&flower is working with Amazon to expand it’s customer base as part of wider growth plans.
Business Diversification farm life Getting started livestock New entrants Young farmers Young Farmers Clubs
New rules for farm building conversions: What you need to know

New rules for farm building conversions: What you need to know

News27 Mar 201815:10
A new change in building and planning regulations encourages farmers to take a closer look at their redundant assets in a bid to improve returns.
Advice arable Business dairy Diversification farm life Handy hints livestock Scotland
Ever thought about turning your farm into a wedding venue?

Ever thought about turning your farm into a wedding venue?

News28 Mar 201806:00
Bouquets and brides go hand-in-hand – but whoever thought barns and brides would ever be a winning combination?
Advice Business Diversification farm life Getting started Land and property
Brexit hub: Everything farmers need to know about leaving the EU

Brexit hub: Everything farmers need to know about leaving the EU

Brexit - What it means for farming29 Mar 201809:00
With just one year to go until Britain exits the EU, Farmers Guardian has launched a dedicated Brexit hub to help readers navigate the uncharted waters ahead.
Advice arable Brexit Business CAP reform dairy Diversification Funding Getting started Land and property Legislation livestock Politics Scotland
10 ways to diversify on your farm and boost income

10 ways to diversify on your farm and boost income

News05 Apr 201806:00
As farmers look for more ways to boost their income, we take a look at a handful of diversification options you should consider.
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Encouraging news as inspector rules in favour of farmer looking to diversify

Encouraging news as inspector rules in favour of farmer looking to diversify

News23 Apr 201814:20
There is encouraging news for farmers looking to diversify operations after planning permission was gained to convert and develop a Dutch Barn into an aparthotel using recently introduced Permitted Development Rights.
Advice Business Diversification farm life
Diversification on your farm: A guide to setting up and getting started

Diversification on your farm: A guide to setting up and getting started

News10 May 201814:40
Diversification can be a daunting prospect and will not be the saviour for every farm.
Diversification farm life
The top 10 diversification trends for UK farmers to look out for

The top 10 diversification trends for UK farmers to look out for

News14 May 201809:55
As farmers look for more ways to boost their income, Danusia Osiowy and Emily Ashworth take a look at 10 diversification ideas.
Diversification farm life
The rise in demand for glamping allows UK farms to flourish

The rise in demand for glamping allows UK farms to flourish

News20 May 201812:00
With a surge in demand for agritourism accommodation, farmers continue to flourish in an ever-growing sector. Danusia Osiowy takes a look at how to tap into the market and why glamorous camping is at a record high. 
Business Diversification farm life
Thinking of diversifying on-farm? All your questions answered...

Thinking of diversifying on-farm? All your questions answered...

News17 May 201807:00
Rural surveyor and founder of The Business Barn, Hannah Moule, answers the common questions asked by farmers when it comes to diversifying. 
Business Diversification farm life
Diversification opportunities increasing: What farmers need to know

Diversification opportunities increasing: What farmers need to know

News11 May 201805:00
Diversification on farms is growing steadily across most sectors, with some notable exceptions, according to the latest figures.
Diversification farm life
Unions slam claims poultry farms are ruining the environment

Unions slam claims poultry farms are ruining the environment

News16 May 201805:00
The industry hit back at claims an ‘explosion’ of poultry farms was having ‘devastating environmental consequences’.
Diversification farm life livestock poultry Welfare
Farm business diversification: How to build a brand

Farm business diversification: How to build a brand

News18 May 201805:00
Many small businesses and start-ups neglect to spend the necessary time thinking about their brand yet it is a vital part of an overall business.
Advice Diversification farm life
Meet the farmer's daughter who is leading the countryside fitness revolution

Meet the farmer's daughter who is leading the countryside fitness revolution

News21 May 201805:00
Tyre flipping, ball slamming and rope battles might not be your typical farm activities but, for one farmer’s daughter, they are just part of an average day.
Diversification farm life
Farmers warned as telecom firms seek to slash rental payments

Farmers warned as telecom firms seek to slash rental payments

News21 May 201813:00
Mobile operators are trying to take advantage of new rules on the siting of phone masts to offer landowners far less for radio mast sites than they were previously leased for.
Business Diversification farm life
Agricultural buildings in demand for workshops and storage

Agricultural buildings in demand for workshops and storage

News25 Jun 201806:00
With a shortage of industry and workshop space in many areas of the country, Colliers International Tim Davies spoke to Farmers Guardian about how sheds can become the new agricultural crop.
Advice Business Diversification farm life Land and property
Farm set to become Scotland's first producer of buffalo mozzarella

Farm set to become Scotland's first producer of buffalo mozzarella

News03 Jul 201811:48
A farm has been given a share of a Scottish Government fund and plans on becoming the first Scottish producer of buffalo mozzarella.
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Two farms team up to host fitness festival and boost awareness of dairy benefits

Two farms team up to host fitness festival and boost awareness of dairy benefits

News19 Jul 201814:15
Farmers will be serving fresh local produce including raw milk and cheese and raw milk protein shots.
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Rural young people urged to make their voices heard

Rural young people urged to make their voices heard

News10 Aug 201804:00
Rural young people have been urged to be clever and ambitious to tackle the frustrations and challenges within their community.
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