Articles by Date : March 03 2008 - March 09 2008

Sales slump prompts relocation and reinvestment for British trailer maker Richard Larrington
Sales of new tractors appear to be easing back a little after a period of rapid growth. more
(09 March 2008 09:00)

Boom or bust - where now for cereal and oilseeds prices?
The surge in world market prices for cereals and oilseeds has been a boon to UK arable farmers. But for how long, asks Mark Berrisford-Smith more
(09 March 2008 08:00)

What ever happened to…Kidd Farm Machinery?
It wasn't that long ago that virtually every livestock farm in the country had at least one item of Kidd kit in the yard. Following its recent.... more
(09 March 2008 06:00)

Don't hold back on wheat fungicides
Fungicide input levels shouldn't vary much across varieties, but it doesn't make sense to hold back, a leading distributor technical manager says..... more
(08 March 2008 09:00)

UK agriculture's R&D spend is 'pathetic'
The UK food and land sector spends a "pathetic" amount on research and more will have to be done if agriculture is to meet the increasingly diverse.... more
(08 March 2008 09:00)

Set the agenda on climate change, growers warned
Agriculture has to take the initiative on climate change and devise its own greenhouse gas strategy without jeopardising yields and profits, or risk.... more
(08 March 2008 08:00)

Crops feature: Is cereal fungicide prochloraz worth the hype?
Is prochloraz about to make a comeback in fungicide programmes? Mike Abram examines the hype more
(08 March 2008 08:00)

Sugar beet weed control routes should stay flexible
Top sugar beet yields require tip-top weed control. But with several spray strategies available, how should growers decide which is most appropriate?.... more
(08 March 2008 08:00)

New milk report increases price pressure on retailers
Pressure is mounting for further milk price rises following the release today of a report highlighting the continued fragility of the dairy sector. more
(07 March 2008 17:00)

Farmers urged to enter land use debate
A week long nationwide online debate (7-14 March) has been launched around the question: Have we got the balance right between protecting the.... more
(07 March 2008 16:38)

Buying a used Case CVX, Valtra T150 or Deutz Fahr Agrotron - Farmers Weekly’s top tips
In the market for a decent 150hp prime-mover but don't want to shell out for a brand-spanker? Nick Fone goes on the hunt for good value with some.... more
(07 March 2008 15:00)

CLA Carbon Calculator can help farmers in greenhouse gas battle
Improving your carbon balance can help save cash as well as the environment. Andrew Shirley finds out how an innovative online calculator... more
(07 March 2008 11:45)

Apply for 2008 single farm payment online
Farmers can now apply for the single farm payment online. The Rural Payments Agency will be accepting electronic submission of forms via the.... more
(07 March 2008 11:20)

Picture story: Tractor hit by 15,000 tonne soil tsunami
Tractor driver James Fletcher, who works for Chester-based contractor Mike Harley, had a lucky escape on 29 Feb when the field he was ploughing gave.... more
(07 March 2008 11:13)

Roast chicken with a chorizo and liver stuffing
Serves 6–8 more
(07 March 2008 11:00)

Chicory Salad
Serves 4 more
(07 March 2008 11:00)

Rhubarb and Almond Tart
Serves 6-8 more
(07 March 2008 11:00)

Oilseed Rape: Sclerotinia
Sclerotinia badly hit many oilseed rape crops last season, particularly in the south and west. ADAS plant pathologist Peter Gladders explains how the.... more
(07 March 2008 11:00)

Livestock levy spending sparks bitter row
A bitter row has broken out about how money raised through livestock levies should be spent after levy board reforms take effect on 1 April. more
(07 March 2008 09:00)

Farmer Field School approach halves antibiotic use in dairy cattle
The Farmer Field School approach, which has halved antibiotic use in Danish dairy cattle, is the focus of our latest report in the College Farm.... more
(07 March 2008 09:00)