Articles by Date : February 11 2008 - February 17 2008

New machinery products in brief
Valtra is building a batch of 50 ultra-high-spec Revolution versions of its T141, T171 and... more
(17 February 2008 09:00)

Hay sale a disaster as fields empty of livestock
Demand for hay has hit its lowest level for years as the livestock sector suffers from poor returns, disease outbreaks and EU red tape, according to.... more
(17 February 2008 08:00)

WRECKERS YARD: Foxearth tips Ford 8240 over the edge and New Holland TX36 combine loses its chopper
An unseen fox-hole tipped this Ford 8240 tractor and Spearhead hedge-trimmer into the ditch. more
(17 February 2008 08:00)

Farmers discuss spikes and road safety on FWiSpace
A letter to Farmers Weekly has sparked an interesting discussion on the forums about what is the best approach if driving on the road with loader.... more
(16 February 2008 16:00)

Hustler bale feeders hit UK market
A new range of Kiwi-built feeding equipment is now available for UK livestock producers. more
(16 February 2008 11:00)

Money laundering registration vital for farm bookeepers
Farm secretaries, bookkeepers and administrators must check if they will be affected by new money laundering regulations, the Institute of.... more
(16 February 2008 10:00)

Victory for farmers as Competition Commission agrees to appoint supermarket ombudsman
The farming industry welcomes Competition Commission proposals for an ombudsman to adjudicate disputes between supermarkets and their suppliers more
(15 February 2008 18:22)

NFU Centenary Conference: FWi's special report
The NFU Centenary conference takes place in London on 18 and 19 February. Farmers Weekly Interactive brings you all the latest news and views live.... more
(15 February 2008 18:00)

Bluetongue found in NI in imported cow
Bluetongue has been detected in Northern Ireland for the first time - in an dairy cow imported from the Netherlands to County Antrim. more
(15 February 2008 15:52)

Earlier attack from aphids on the cards in potato, veg and sugar beet crops
Potato, sugar beet and vegetable crops could all be vulnerable to earlier attacks from peach-potato aphids this season, according to Richard.... more
(15 February 2008 15:30)

Low carbon egg brand shows impressive sales in Asda
Sales of the first UK brand of low carbon eggs have proved so impressive that Stonegate Farmers is increasing its investment in the brand with a.... more
(15 February 2008 15:30)

Farmer Focus: Philip Reck, February column
January turned out wet. The land is saturated and it's noticeable that little ploughing has been done. more
(15 February 2008 14:34)

Farmer Focus: David Shepherdson, February column
The grain store is all but empty, with about four loads of feed wheat left to sell. We sell post-harvest, little and often, hopefully hitting a few.... more
(15 February 2008 14:30)

Farmer Focus: Philip Bradshaw, February column
I have enjoyed the feedback from my first Farmer Focus article - mostly light-hearted comments from friends and neighbours. more
(15 February 2008 14:29)

Farmer Focus: Edward Tupper, February column
By the time you read this, I hope the England rugby team will have recovered from their shocking display against the Welsh and given the Italians a.... more
(15 February 2008 14:25)

Farms for sale worth much more, says Knight Frank
Knight Frank is the latest property firm to confirm that land prices rose sharply last year, following the release of record figures last week from.... more
(15 February 2008 13:00)

Competiton Commission expected to call for supermarket ombudsman
A supermarket ombudsman to broker meetings between suppliers and the big retailers is expected to be among the recommendations in the latest.... more
(15 February 2008 10:54)

New survey suggests 38% of consumers have switched to free range chicken
A new survey suggests that 38% of consumers have switched from... more
(15 February 2008 10:45)

New VW Tiguan 4x4 launched
In the market for a family hatchback that can tackle a bit of the slippery stuff and tug a load about? VW's new Tiguan might be the answer as Nick.... more
(15 February 2008 09:00)

Land Rover defender still has a place
A week with the latest version of Land Rover's stalwart Defender reminds you of its many strengths and weaknesses, explains David Cousins more
(15 February 2008 09:00)