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Download PDF Starting a new farming business in Northumberland comes with its challenges, but taking trusted advice, guided by sound on-farm trials and a commitment to the long term are reaping rewards. CPM finds out. If we can replicate that 13t/ha yield across the farm that would be fantastic. By Tom Allen-Stevens The opportunity to take on a new farm and turn it into a success is one most progressive growers would relish. It’s one that’s come to Richard Cockcroft and his brother Stephen at Bowsden Hall Farm just outside Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland. While Stephen looks after the livestock side of the business – 50 Shorthorn suckler cows and 35 store cattle along with 1400 ewes – Richard manages the 680ha of arable. “Dad is a partner in the business but remains on the family farm in Yorkshire,” Richard explains. “We’re lucky that he’s allowed us to make the management decisions ourselves, while always being on the end of the phone for advice.” The clay loam soils are capable of high yields, but there’s a narrow window to get the workload done. It’s trusted advice along with on-farm R&D that are helping Richard manage the risks associated with the unfamiliar land…
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