Agricultural advancements in silage and straw baling
The Scottish Farmer interviews Gary McConnell on advancing baler technology.
Scotland's largest pig sale is makin' bacon through the ring
The number of pigs sold through the live ring last year jumped by almost 25% thanks to one growing sale at Dumfries Mart. Auctioneer Robert Weir has been building up the number of pigs sold at the mart since the monthly sale day kicked off in 2019.
Debut of UK's first ever livestock theft specialist police officer
UK appoints first livestock theft specialist amid £2.7m farmer losses.
HCC launches innovative pilot project for Welsh beef carbon footprint
HCC launches 'Decarbonising PGI Welsh Beef' pilot project for sustainability.
A cart of fertiliser is heading to the field near Blairgowrie
Load of fertiliser going over ditch at Knollhead, Kettins, Blairgowrie.
The Leader Scottish Farmer Editor argues its vital UK maintains home produced farm machinery
This week, the spotlight falls on collective bargaining as tractor factory workers stage a walkout in pursuit of higher wages.
Ian S Roger Ltd to cease livestock haulage at end of the May
Ian S Roger Ltd Hauliers discontinues livestock transport after 50 years.
CNH tractor factory in Basildon to be hit with two week strike
Tractor shortage looms as 500 workers strike at Basildon factory.
SAMW raises concerns over surge in meat inspection and vet costs
Scottish Association of Meat Wholesalers raises concerns over inspection fees.
Scottish Government's £300K search for new national park
Scottish Government invests £315,881 in search for new national park.
