Recent content by Phil_Chris

A farm open day in Shropshire next month will offer arable farmers a low cost entry to finishing beef cattle with free on-call advisory support and minimum guaranteed payment terms at the outset. One of the organisers is Buitelaar Group, the “bed and breakfast” beef finishing operator, where...

Safety note: Be VERY careful about adequate ventilation when agitating under slats, and keep people and animals well away.

PPPS Someone made the good point that this won't happen voluntarily. I agree. It's up to each farmer to make decisions that are best for their business, family and self. For some, it's my belief that this course of action would be suitable. In 1984, I saw the benefits first hand. Today, this may...

Risking a second wave of opprobrium and ridicule, all I'm seeking to do is help by provoking thought and offering a suggestion. I accept, of course, this proposal makes assumptions that silage is available, slurry from prolonged housing can be dealt with, etc. And to correct my poor expression...

Fair enough folks, tried my best to offer suggestion over which farmers have control themselves. Genuinely hope farming unions, RABDF or whoever else can pull something off with Gov't. Last words from me on this: Good luck.

Bring 'em back inside, surely?

Also being posted on Twitter (@PhilatRedRock) & emailed to agri-org VIPs, farming media & friends in the right places. Rather than wait (in vain?) for help from above, how about some DIY activism?

Don't hold your breath. But while waiting, maybe consider DIY activism instead?

Where/how did you acquire the necessary knowledge? How long did it take? If there's any aspect of your experience that you're prepared to share with farmers attending these meetings, please let me know and I'll pass it on. Happy for you to email if your prefer.

Quick search here reveals lots of interest and some questions. For TFF members in north west and midlands, two exponents of this system in grassland are speaking at farmer meetings the week after next (Tue 24th, NW Lancs; Wed 25th, Staffs). If you're interested but unable to attend, please post...

Open letter to Farmers Guardian The EU referendum result gives this industry a once-in-a-lifetime chance to change things in a big way. But if we don't speak up, each of us individually, then others will fill the space and not necessarily about the things that matter most to us. So if you care...

Here is the official statement and what Farmers Guardian have reported is here: https://www.fginsight.com/news/farmers-fresh-abattoir-retains-its-farmer-control-12211