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Written by Matt Hopkins

University of Florida scientists are high on new drone technology that can identify two different tomato diseases — […]

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Written by Charlotte Cunningham

Over 60% of samples assessed by Bayer in December contained light leaf spot symptoms (3 days after incubation) according to the latest findings from the firm’s SpotCheck initiative. Charlotte Cunningham reports. Mild temperatures throughout the end of 2019 and no prolonged cold spell have resulted in a conducive environment for light leaf spot to develop, particularly latently within the crop, according to Bayer. This, coupled with more and more rainfall furthering the likelihood of new infections, has driven the incidence of light leaf spot symptoms in samples assessed by the SpotCheck initiative. According to Philip Walker, arable plant pathologist at ADAS, the...

Written by Rachel Martin

British Lion has announced plans to pump £1.3 million into its 2020 egg marketing campaign.

The ‘WonderEgg’ campaign focuses on millennials to drive awareness of the nutritional benefits of eggs produced under the British Lion scheme.

In 2019, egg sales to millennials increased by 3% in value and 3.5% in volume in 2019.

Olympic diver and social media star Tom Daley will continue his role fronting the campaign as British Lion egg ambassador.

British Lion is also tapping into the huge growth in podcasts by partnering with Table Manners, hosted by singer Jessie Ware, who entertains her 125,000 listeners a week with celebrity meals and conversation.

The brand will...

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Written by Rachel Martin

The long-awaited Bill, which will now start to progress through Parliament, sets out a blueprint for the future of farming in England after the UK leaves the EU, but how have the UK’s rural bodies responded?

The new, revised Bill pledges to reward farmers and land managers with public money for public goods, including higher animal welfare standards, measures to protect wildlife and biodiversity, and actions to adapt to and mitigate climate change.

Another major change is that officials will need to report regularly to Parliament on the UK’s food security.
NFU: Progress, but still protection from imports is still missing

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Written by Charles O'Donnell

The Ulster Farmers’ Union (UFU) says that some of its members are “outraged” over vegan ads appearing on Translink buses in Northern Ireland.

The union says that several of its members have been in contact to express concern over the add, which is being displayed on Translink buses and apparently reads: “It’s not personal choice when someone is killed…use plants or animals.”

The UFU said the ads “wrongly demonise the livestock industry to promote the vegan lifestyle”.

Translink is a public holding company that provides public transport Northern Ireland, including rural and school bus services.

“Our members, many of whom rely on the transportation service of...

Seeking part time work experience within close proximity to Essex, (Basildon, Thurrock, Southend, Chelmsford). Pay element is negotiable depending on how helpful/flexible you can be - which i will obv return. Below is all the background you need on me, I'm extremely tech orientated and data driven plus not afraid to get my hands dirty or work hard as i work in retail 7 days a week for myself. Mainly free after 11am every day. I may be able to help you with IT/3d printing/custom robotics services depending on how much you can teach me about root veg farming in the uk.

Note: I would prefer not to work with animals slaughter purely because we don't farm cattle in the part of India I am from apart from for milk. (FWIW, i am as Essex as they come, born in Essex!!)...

Introduction of Agriculture Bill, the launch of the Joint Unit on Waste Crime and calls for greater protection for our ocean

Written by Defra Press Office

Agriculture Bill to boost environment and food production



Today we will introduce our landmark Agriculture Bill to Parliament. This new Agriculture Bill will free farmers from the bureaucracy of the Common Agriculture Policy, boost productivity and reward environmental improvements.

In the future farmers and land managers in England will be rewarded with public...

We are a mixed farm In Essex running a contracting business. A student is required for the year or summer.
Main duties will be silage carting, grain carting, bale carting. Please email [email protected] for more details

Experienced lamber available for lambing work. Angus Area. Or further afield considered. Available from Now till the end of March. Have Previous experience and able to work independently and using own initiative. Good eye for detail and caring nature. Willing to work day or night. Have my own dogs If required. Also have a caravan if needed. References on request. Thanks for reading. Please contact me on:-07395740551

Fully qualified agri mechanic looking for work in the Yorkshire area I have worked on deutz welger rabbi Massey new Holland machinery also diesel driven pumps plant and machinery offering servicing to trucks tractors vans cars and farm machinery I can cover Cleveland and north Yorkshire but willing to travel for block servicing good rates fast friendly service

Written by Rachel Martin

A knowledge transfer event taking place at Greenmount College this week aims to discuss some of the biggest areas of concern for Northern Irish beef farmers.

The event run by the College of Agriculture, Food and Rural Enterprise (CAFRE) will discuss feeding options and demonstrate practical ideas to maximise market returns.

The efficient production of beef in an environmentally responsible manner continues to be of vital importance to the Northern Ireland industry.

Around 80% of the beef processed in Northern Ireland is destined for Britain with the remaining 20% exported to the EU Market.

The majority of this beef is for the high-value retail and foodservice...

There is a pretty awesome job working for a pretty cool Turkey in a great part of the world up in the job section.... just thought it might get some more traction here

Some more details about ELMs.

Hi,

I'm looking for work this spring and harvest.

Several years experience working for family farms and contractors. Experience includes potato harvesting, irrigation, potato planting, destoning, square baling, corn cart, muck spreading, fert spreading,cultivations and drilling.

Full driving licence, tractor licence and teleporter licence.

Ideally looking for work in Cambridgeshire but willing to relocate if accommodation is available.

Looking for work from mid February to autumn but anything considered.

Thanks