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  1. D

    Greta Thunberg

    Greta is a campaigner against climate changes but today she has been arrested by the Metropolitan police in London. Greta is too young to recall much of the past and she is still learning. Her efforts are on behalf of people and animals everywhere so she deserves much greater support.
  2. willyorkshire

    Climate myths

    Watch this. Very interesting counter arguments to the CC monster.
  3. charlie94

    Christ it's wet

    Anyone else normally drilled up by now and not started. Ditches are down and water is getting away but it's sitting on top and drains have been jetted last year etc so they should be fine. It's like it's sat on top but there must be 6 inch of water to plough in more in places West Lancashire...
  4. Agriland RSS

    Machinery Focus: Deutz Fahr demo day brings marque to its market

    Written by Justin Roberts from Agriland A tractor might impress with its appearance in a showroom and on the web, but to get the reality of how it actually works and performs, a big field and some implements are required and this is precisely what Deutz Fahr arranged recently. The company...
  5. Ysgythan

    1948 Blackie

    Where did the bug eyed, big horned, little things come from?
  6. Agriland RSS

    Minette Batters to step down as NFU president

    Written by Michelle Martin from Agriland Minette Batters has announced her intention to step down from her role as president of the National Farmers’ Union (NFU) in February 2024. Batters has served three terms as NFU president and was the first woman to hold the post. She was first elected...
  7. D

    UK re-wilding scam.

    I looked at a website today placed online and belonging to the National Trust who solicit public donations. I concluded that my money, if donated, would probably manifest as another hardworking family of farmers being evicted. Furthermore, that a great area of expertly cultivated farmland would...
  8. R

    What sheep breeds for market?

    I have a small mixed flock of welsh badgers, herdwicks and kerry hills. Wondering how these breeds sell well at mart? And if I mix with badger ram would they still go OK for meat at mart. Thanks for help/advice
  9. CPM RSS

    OSR disease: A gradual migration

    Written by Rachael Harper from CPM Magazine Download PDF Traditionally, phoma stem canker has been deemed a southern oilseed rape disease and light leaf spot a northern one, but evidence suggests these diseases are migrating. CPM digs deeper to find out what’s happening. By Melanie Jenkins...
  10. PMC91

    Do i have enough slurry to justify buying a slurry tanker ?

    Hi lads, first of all il say I have a 6 bay slatted tank, 110ft long 15ft wide & 8ft deep. Have about 45 acres of silage ground. Tank gets emptied twice a year. I have my own silage outfit so have no problem in pulling power. I'm a young farmer so I'm hearing I get 60% tams for a tanker. It...
  11. H

    Election result prediction

    Ok election is a year away potentially but what's people predictions, Labour will be the largest party in my view but 10 short of a governing majority.
  12. Agriland RSS

    NI open day set to showcase Shorthorn-cross suckler herd

    Written by Agriland Team from Agriland Ballynahinch, Co. Down-based commercial suckler farmer Barry Fitzsimons is set to show how a switch to Beef Shorthorn genetics has helped him improve his business at a Northern Ireland Beef Shorthorn Club Open Day on Saturday, September 9. For Barry...
  13. Farmerpickle

    Massey Ferguson 590 for hedge trimming

    Just wanted to know if you do, or if you know somebody that uses a Massey Ferguson 590 for hedge trimming. Is the hydraulic pump powerful enough?
  14. S

    This Farming Life. New series.

    Started last night on BBC Scotland. All seem like decent folk. Wonder if we will see a dry day on Uist...🤔
  15. K

    Breeding Ewe Prices

    Now that the breeding ewe sales are in full swing, just wondering what yearlings and 4 tooth are going for. Specifically Texel crosses. How happy is everyone with the prices ??😂😂
  16. snipe

    Milling wheat 2023

    How is everyones milling wheat quality this year. we cut some last week of july/first few days of august, all that is full spec just sent some laid cut last week and waiting for results.
  17. Agriland RSS

    Colorado potato beetle: Larvae confirmed in Kent for second time

    Written by Eva Osborne-Sherlock from Agriland Colorado potato beetle larvae has been found in Kent for a second time, the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) and the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) has confirmed. On Friday, August 11, a single adult male Colorado...
  18. J

    Rolled beans for youngstock

    Anyone fed rolled beans to youngstock between 3/4 months old until about 18 monthsish? Over the winter combined with rolled wheat to make an 18% blend (40% beans 60% wheat). I've never fed them but assume someone must have,how do they do on them? They seem like a cheap source of protein from...
  19. Agriland RSS

    New venue unveiled for Fermanagh County Show

    Written by Richard Halleron from Agriland The historic Castle Irvine Estate will be the new host for the 2023 Fermanagh County Show later this month. The show, which takes place on Friday, August 11 and Saturday, August 12, will feature a full show programme of cattle, sheep, goats and...
  20. S

    Net Zero - its over.

    It was obvious it was always going to be ridiculous but we've reached the point now where it is being mocked. I'm sure we will evolve away from fossil fuels in due course, but net zero is dead. Good thing too because whether you are a climate change acolyte or not, as a policy it was absolutely...
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