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In the world of farming, where nature’s whims and market fluctuations reign supreme, the importance of agricultural insurance cannot be overstated. Farmers are the backbone of our society, tirelessly working to feed nations and sustain economies. However, their livelihoods are constantly under threat from unpredictable events such as adverse...

Rural crime, an enduring challenge, imposes both financial burdens and emotional distress on farmers and rural businesses annually. Deploying preventive measures like CCTV, robust lighting, and security fences, along with cutting-edge technologies such as infra-red beams and geo-fencing, proves beneficial. Unfortunately, these measures have become intrinsic to rural life...

As farmers continue to adapt and innovate in the face of changing agricultural landscapes and sustainability imperatives, diversification into renewable energy has emerged as a promising avenue. Farmers who ventured into renewable energy diversification (Defra Figures from 2021/2022) found it to be among the most lucrative activities, second only...

As featured in the Shropshire Star Storm Debi follows hot on the heels of Storm Ciaran, Babet and Anges, which have wreaked havoc across the UK. Farmers, confronting the aftermath of these storms, are now grappling with heightened risks aggravated by climate change. In the face of more frequent...

Welshpool Livestock Market hosted the British Charolais Cattle Society (BCCS) Show and Sale on 9th November. Judge Andrew Clark, alongside shadow judge Eva Jones, evaluated five robust classes of bulls, with 25 bulls and 6 females sold after the show. The bulls achieved an average price of £5,087.06, reflecting...