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Hi, I'm looking for a farmer who is planning to grow Spring OSR in 2024, who would be willing to host a trial. Might be a long shot as I know Spring OSR isn't a very popular crop, but any help would be appreciated.

Hello, Arable manager looking to incorporate a minor amount of livestock into the rotation, mainly by grazing store lambs on stubble turnips over winter, to then put into a spring crop. Currently have good amount of stubble turnips which are ready to go & look exceptionally well due to the...

I’m hoping someone could point me in the right direction to get new points and shares as I cannot seem to find any for sale but maybe I’m looking in the wrong places?

This thread should be used to discuss pulse cropping. Please share any tips or tricks you have for pulse cropping along with any struggles you have experienced. We hope that through interaction and the sharing of different experiences, the NCS project will encourage an increase pulse cropping in...

Hi We have just launched a new podcast. Each week Cereal Killers does a deep dive on a different arable crop challenge. We will cover every pest, disease, and growing problem faced by arable farmers. Click the link below to access CEREAL KILLERS from your podcast app of choice...

How much would the going rate be for an arable neighbour to put in stubble turnips/rape for finishing lambs on? Looking for a price per head per week, that way there’s incentive for them to put in a good crop and for me to try to fully utilise the feed. Me doing the shepherding and electric...

The People’s Food & Farming Alliance (PFFA) has been formed, by a small group of volunteers, predominantly, to assist local communities in growing and producing food products to counter any incoming food shortages, and future crop production. We aim to increase UK citizen involvement in...

Job description An excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic candidate to use and develop their skills as a senior farm worker on our 700ac arable farm in North Shropshire. The role will comprise taking on much of the general day to day tractor work such as spraying, drilling, cultivations and...

What are your thoughts on implementing a more mixed farming approach? Would this create too many barriers to market? Other than the benefits to the soil and diversification, are there any direct benefits to the farmer? Anyone have any alternative ideas? :unsure: All thoughts appreciated!

Hi everyone, I am currently writing my undergraduate dissertation at the RAU. It focuses on how farmers are managing the risk of wildfire, how farmers work with Fire and rescue, what resources are available, and if farmers consider wildfire to be a serious threat (or future threat). If you...

Hi Everyone. I'm a master's student at the University of Exeter, undertaking a research project into resilience in UK farming from the perspective of you, the farmers. I've created a short survey (approximately 4 mins), to get an understanding of the on-farm challenges, and how farmers are...

It’s almost time for CropTec 2022 and we can’t wait to welcome you to the East of England Showground in Peterborough on the 23rd and 24th November. This year’s speaker list is bigger and better than ever before. With a jam packed speaker list which surpasses previous CropTec’s. Hear from arable...

Technical arable farming event The CropTec Show celebrates its 10th anniversary this year. The anniversary show will be held at The East of England Showground, Peterborough on 23rd and 24th November 2022. Registration for free tickets is available at https://www.croptecshow.com The event was...

Now in its 10th year, CropTec Show continues to give visitors a chance to explore and learn about key industry topics at its sponsored Knowledge Hubs. This includes a Digital Farming Hub, sponsored by FieldView, which will give visitors the opportunity to hear from expert speakers and discover...

Visitors to The CropTec Show at the East of England Showground on November 23 and 24 are invited to explore the most pressing issues facing the arable sector via five specialist Knowledge Hubs. Water, natural capital, digital farming, Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and training are the focus...

Mixed family farm looking for GFW in Kent. Progressive dairy herd and arable. Must have experience with machinery and cattle. Mature person with a can do attitude capable of working alone or as part of a team. One who likes to get on with the job and not stand around chatting! Please only apply...

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A rare opportunity to join an established team where you will have one of the most responsible roles in this farming business. You will have sole charge of the modern grain storage facilites, overseeing all grain entering and exiting the store, ensuring correct weights and opitimum moisture...

Looking for a skilled tractor driver/sprayer operator to join us full-time at Manor Farm, WV16 6AG 3 bedroom cottage available General crop husbandry on 850 acre mixed farm at 3 sites around Bridgnorth, half arable/half grass. Main duties include cultivation, mowing, operation of Househam...

Looking for advice on AB7 - Whole Crop Cereals in Countryside Stewardship. I’m converting to organic before Jan 23 so would be growing an organic whole crop to put in our clamp. What would be the best spring whole crop be for making silage to finish cattle? Can it be a combination of a...