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  1. Agriland RSS

    Second human case of bird flu reported in US

    Written by Maeve Hennessy from Agriland A second human case of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) (bird flu) was reported by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) yesterday (Wednesday, May 22) in the state of Michigan, in the United States. The person infected is a worker on a dairy...
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    Research: Arable farmers could lose ‘nearly’ £1 billion

    Written by Maeve Hennessy from Agriland Research from the Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit (ECIU) revealed today (Wednesday, May 22) that arable farmers face losing “nearly £1 billion” in revenue as a result of the wet winter. The research from the ECIU found that the revenue from key...
  3. IOW91

    General Election 2024

    Looks like it's been called. Not surprised after this mornings news about inflation. Rishi probably seen it as his best chance.
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    Scientists: Ireland and UK face ‘a wetter, damper and mouldier future’

    Written by Francess McDonnell from Agriland Devastating flooding in Ireland and the UK between October 2023 and March 2024 was caused by “human-induced climate change” an international team of scientists said in a new study published today (Wednesday, May 22) . They have also warned that in...
  5. CPM RSS

    Crop nutrition backstage: Pride in Pentre

    Written by CPM Magazine from CPM Magazine Download PDF Although often revered for its crop nutrition portfolio, a series of strategic acquisitions has led FMC to significantly expand its biological product offering. CPM joins the team at their site at Pentre in Wales to learn more. By Janine...
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    Reduced mineral levels in grass could lead to livestock deficiencies

    Written by Eva Osborne-Sherlock from Agriland Reduced mineral levels in grass following the severely wet winter could result in livestock deficiencies and production losses, according to Mole Valley Farmers. Technical services manager for Nettex and Rumenco, Dr Alison Bond, said any ground...
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    Research: UK farmers to get kits to collect canine DNA from attacked livestock

    Written by Francess McDonnell from Agriland Farmers, vets and police officers in parts of England and Wales are to get early evidence kits to collect canine DNA at the scene of livestock attacks as part of a new research project. The forensic research project is being led by Liverpool John...
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    Lakeland to move to milk-solid-based payment in NI

    Written by Agriland Team from Agriland Lakeland Dairies will phase in a payment based on milk solids over the next two years in Northern Ireland following consultation with suppliers there. Lakeland, the largest dairy co-operative in the north, said that the aim of the move is to support the...
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    Bison to save the planet

  10. Agriland RSS

    Lakeland to move to milk-solid-based payment in NI

    Written by Agriland Team from Agriland Lakeland Dairies will phase in a payment based on milk solids over the next two years in Northern Ireland following consultation with suppliers there. Lakeland, the largest dairy co-operative in the north, said that the aim of the move is to support the...
  11. CPM RSS

    Varieties: Overcoming adversity

    Written by CPM Magazine from CPM Magazine Download PDF Oilseed rape breeders continue to be busy behind the scenes exploring genetic traits to help growers overcome the many challenges associated with the crop. CPM looks at some of the latest varietal launches shared at press briefings and...
  12. CPM RSS

    Sustainable weed control: Widening the window for weed control

    Written by CPM Magazine from CPM Magazine Download PDF Results from the second year of trials using a novel technology to control weeds at harvest has proven to reduce grassweed levels by up to 70%. CPM finds out more. By Charlotte Cunningham Following success in 2022, a farmer-led project...
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    NFU Cymru welcomes new timeline for Sustainable Farming Scheme

    Written by Eva Osborne-Sherlock from Agriland The National Farmers’ Union of Wales (NFU Cymru) has welcomed the news that the Sustainable Farming Scheme (SFS) transition will start in 2026. Welsh rural affairs secretary Huw Irranca-Davies confirmed 2026 as the transition year for the SFS...
  14. CPM RSS

    Omnia EasyPlan: The future is easy

    Written by CPM Magazine from CPM Magazine Download PDF Hutchinsons’ has made a substantial investment in its digital offering to provide an all-in-one farm management system which promises to deliver the goods for UK agriculture. CPM headed to London to hear more about the Omnia EasyPlan...
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    UK self-sufficiency across farming sectors to drop by 8% due to weather

    Written by Eva Osborne-Sherlock from Agriland Analysis from the Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit (ECIU) estimates that the UK’s self-sufficiency across all farming sectors will reduce by 8% due to wet weather. A projected reduction in arable crops as a result of lower crop area and poor...
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    T2

    Is anyone using any of the new chemistry like Miravis or vimoy.
  17. Pan mixer

    Best smell of the year

    Someone said today that the best smell is freshly rolled cereals in the spring. My entry would be freshly spread rotten muck in the autumn or possibly freshly mown grass. Any other thoughts?
  18. Bald Rick

    BSE confirmed in Ayrshire

    Just had a text from APHA congurming BSE found in Ayrshire Stand by for a bumpy ride
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    How to manage Johne’s disease in weanling cattle

    Written by Richard Halleron from Agriland Dairy suckler farmers and practising vets should not rule out the possibility of Johne’s disease impacting on weanling cattle that are scouring and losing weight over a consistent period of time. This follows the confirmation by Agri-Food and...
  20. IOW91

    Haymaking 2024

    Even earlier than last year, but seen a bit knocked down today. Plus there's chatter on last year's thread again 😂.... @Tubbylew @carbonfibre farmer. We are still at least three weeks away from making a start, but there is alot of grass already. Id say even at the end of April there was more...
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