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Livestock adviser honoured in popular farming awards
A livestock adviser has been recognised at the Farmers Weekly awards. David Howard, head of dairy at Wynnstay, was named a finalist in the Livestock Adviser of the Year category. He was praised for his efforts in encouraging farms to adopt
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'When life happens and we are tired, overwhelmed, it is good to talk things through'
I WAS brought up on the family farm and have been a farmer since leaving school. In 2001 when we were taken out with foot and mouth, I had time to reflect and consider what I was doing with my life. As the former Somerset and England Cricketer
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Here's how to look after livestock during bonfire night
ADVICE has been issued to farmers regarding livestock and fireworks as bonfire night approaches (Tuesday, November 5). Fireworks can startle sheep and cattle, causing them to injure themselves or run into busy roads. And poultry are at risk of
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Garden experts share 6 things you shouldn't store in your shed this winter
If you’re lucky enough to have extra storage in the form of a garden shed, it’s easy to fill the space with bits you can’t fit anywhere else. However, there are some things you should avoid storing in your shed this winter. To help you avoid
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Rowers sponsored by egg provider to row across Atlantic
Two athletes have been sponsored by a leading egg provider to row across the Atlantic Ocean. Enriched Eggs, owned by Stonegate Farmers Ltd, will sponsor William Lomas and Adam Hardman. The athletes will undertake their rigorous training programme
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South west farmer shares musings on the land in new book
FARMER Tim Deane has been working alongside the land for most of his life and has shared his musings in a new book – Nature Notes. The book is a collection of articles that appeared in The Organic Grower magazine between 2009 and 2021. The notes