agriculture

Hi all, I am a 19 year old who’s looking to get into agriculture, specifically cattle. I was hoping a few of you would have some advice for me. I’m currently on a fabrication and welding apprenticeship which I think may come in useful during general farm maintenance but have realised that it is...

Hi All, my names Mike and I'm a director of Peak Powersport Ltd, a new off-road dealership with one thing in mind, our customers! Recently formed in June 2019, we created the company in order to provide something that we found is very hard to come by in the industry. Good, honest, customer...

A new magazine aimed at farmers and landowners with diversification plans is being launched later this month. Farm Diversity offers news and views from the industry on a range of agricultural topics, and also features the products and services which can help rural businesses make diversity a...

Hi, my name is Jordon Lugg, I am a Harper Adams University Student currently carrying out a questionnaire for farmers in the south west perception for natural capital possibly being used for support payments post Brexit, Any responses to the survey are greatly appreciated! It only takes 5...

Hello all If you haven't seen a previous post, I am currently undertaking an honours research project on JVFA's. My data collection must end next week, and I am short of responses! If you are involved in agriculture, regardless of whether you are minor not in a JVFA or a contractor, your...

Hi all I am currently undertaking my honours reserch project, and would greatly appreciate anyone involved in a farming business help me by completing my survey. It should only take 10 minutes and will help me complete my research!! The link is below...

Do you have a passion for agriculture? Currently recruiting for a stores role for my client in hunting paying around £22k-24k a year. Person should have good customer service, proficient computer skills and ideally a experience in agriculture business. Person must flexible and willing to work...

I am currently pursuing my thesis in Industrial and Interaction Design. Over the past five months, I have been researching the connection of sustainability between urban agriculture, community and materials. It would be so helpful if you could take a couple of minutes and complete my survey...

Hi all, I am currently conducting a study look into 'public perception and understanding of current farm practices and welfare standards'. I am looking for participants from a wide variety of backgrounds to take part. This includes if you eat a meat restricted diet or not, and whether you have...

Hi, My name is Emily, I am an undergraduate final year student studying Product Design at The University of Huddersfield. I am interested in collecting data to identify any problems or frustrations farmers face with theft within the agricultural industry. These problems will focus on you as a...

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Hi, I'm back My name is Emily, I am an undergraduate final year student studying Product Design at The University of Huddersfield. I am interested in collecting data to identify any problems or frustrations farmers with arthritis face working in the agricultural industry. These problems will...

From the Director of Agriculture, Roddy McLean Farming is like any other business, it has its peaks and troughs and there are various factors beyond an individuals’ control that can mean things don’t always go our way. However, as always there are several elements that can be implemented...

1. Couple diversify family farm to 'his and her' projects, Buckinghamshire For Ted and Jackie Howard-Jones inheriting the family farm in 2005 provided the opportunity to capitalise on its stunning location and practical facilities to establish multiple business ventures. Click here to read their...

The latest government figures show that the number of people starting an apprenticeship has continued to fall since the introduction of the Apprenticeship Levy in April 2017. There was 369,700 apprenticeship starts between August 2017 and July 2018, covering the 2017/18 academic year. This...

Ideas to help get you started if you are looking to use existing on-farm assets for a new business venture. Weddings Celebration venue i.e. children birthday parties Corporate or conference venue Educational access for schools or groups Children’s activities, play or farm park Petting zoo Café...

Nestled in the heart of the Chilterns in Buckinghamshire, Cholsey Grange Farm was once home to Ted’s parents who ran it as a working farm with alternative income streams. “The farm itself has been through many changes with my father in charge. Being a 200-acre farm, it was once a dairy farm...

Hi, my name is Emily, I am an undergraduate final year student studying Product Design at The University of Huddersfield. I am collecting data to identify the main reasons that farming accidents occur and how they could be prevented. By answering these questions, you will consent to me using...

Hi, my name is Emily, I am an undergraduate final year student studying Product Design at The University of Huddersfield. I am interested in collecting data to identify any problems or frustrations you face working in the agricultural industry. These problems and frustrations will focus on you...

In the week where we’ve seen the second reading of the Agricultural Bill, the NFU outlines its top ten amendments it wants to make. As it stands, the government has outlined plans to phase out direct payments to farmers between 2021 and 2027 which will be replaced by a new system of support...