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  1. A

    When to scan sheep

    After how many days after the ram has came into the field of ewe do you scan
  2. yellow belly

    bps status 2020

    Claim validation
  3. E

    Vicon Fertiliser Spreader PS302 Model

    Recently purchased a vicon spreader PS302 which needs some attention. I have removed the aluminium housing from the flywheel and replaced the bearing which was in poor condition. I continue to have a problem when I engage the pto shaft, the spreader runs ok at low rpms but when I increase the...
  4. HolzKopf

    Replacement for Discovery 3 - SUV circa £20k - any recommendations?

    The time has come to replace our D3. Used by Mrs HK for general farm / town running around, some longer UK holiday trips and for picking up and running around the grandchildren. Ideally we'd like another 'solid' feeling SUV, say 3 years old, 30k, diesel (or petrol), occasional towing of 2000kg...
  5. JD-Kid

    sidewalls cracking on tractor tires

    notice on a few topics of tires alot have cracks and splits in them some brands worst than others where have most split my fronts are splitting from bead to the tread Continental 540-65 r 28 on front. 2500 hours still got over 40mm tread on them did any one get insurance on them
  6. Yara UK

    BASIS Points Available Webinar - 11th June - Sustainable Crop Health - 14:15 to 15:00

    Sustainable Crop Health Watch here - https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1030037192966332175 Chaired by Christopher Horne, Department of International Trade This session explores the new technologies in crop disease and fertiliser management including smart tools, new products and...
  7. CerealsEvent

    BASIS Points Available Webinar - 11th June - New Specialist Crop Markets - 08:00 08:45

    New Specialist Crop Markets https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2973028170873386508 Fill in your details to watch on demand. Chaired by Matt Culley, NFU Crops Board Consumer interest in different grains, healthy proteins and green energy is opening up new cropping opportunities...
  8. CerealsEvent

    BASIS Points Available Webinar - 10th June - New era, new challenges - 10:30 to 11:15

    New era, new challenges, new opportunities Chaired by Jane King, AHDB What impact will Coronavirus have now and in the future for UK farmers, food security and global trade • Victoria Prentis, DEFRA Minister of Agriculture, provides an update on the Government's support for farmers in...
  9. paul&mandy

    Ratchet straps

    I'm after some new straps, they will be for big square bales inc haylage, I can't remember the breaking strain of the old ones, what is the norm for what I want? Also anywhere to look for a set online? Thanks, Paul
  10. W

    Blood sucking ahdb

    68 million drained out of farming every year by the ahdb ,farmers must have plenty of spare cash
  11. steveR

    @Alternativedairy contact details?

    Trying to get in touch with Henry, but he has been away from TFF and I don't have his email/mobile. Anyone able to help please?
  12. Trying

    Irrifrance Irrigator

    Looking for the above. Control box, 90,100 or 110mm. 400m long. In good working order. Please call 07563 783425
  13. Derrick Hughes

    HS2

    Im hearing a lot on tv for and against, but interested what farmers think, especially those who will be directly effected by it !
  14. steveR

    Countryside Productivity Small Grant Scheme 2020?

    Will we be getting one this year, or has the money run out?
  15. dgjeynes

    Slurry tanker dribble bar

    So we’re getting a 7.5m dribble bar for our tanker currently stuck between a mastek or a storth, I like the masteks macerator but not seen the guts of the storth to compare anybody running either? Replacement metal for the mastek is £1k and the storth is £140 apparently. Looked at the both today...
  16. Will 1594

    John Deere reducing dealerships

    Heard from a manufacturer rep today ,that sharmans have been given notice on their jd franchise , Dont know any more
  17. Jackov Altraids

    Cattle clippers

    I think I'm going to finally give up on using my sheep shearing gear to clip cattle and would greatly appreciate any advice / recommendations on what to buy. I sell most off grass so only need to do a few, so not looking to spend too much. I'm thinking it won't take saving many clipping charges...
  18. Farm Business RSS

    Brexit action ‘getting very late in the day’ says NFU

    Written by FB reporters The NFU’s initial response to the government’s latest proposals to replace the Irish/ Northern Irish ‘backstop’ includes the observation that it’s getting ‘very late in the day’ to achieve a breakthrough. Commenting this morning, the union said: “We have argued strongly...
  19. JP1

    PC Andrew Harper

    A young officer in traffic , 4 weeks married and was going on his honeymoon next week Yet another tragedy. Lots of usual platitudes from the politicians but I guess they can't do much else Yet Ten or so arrested from 13-30 Initially no description of how the officer died Now it's...
  20. Cab-over Pete

    Project Xerion.

    At long last I’ve made a tentative start on the Xerion. It’s been a long story of hassle and hold ups since I bought it in September and that shows no sign of letting up. Parts are desperately slow to arrive and to date, after ordering everything in early February the only things I’ve received...
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