A member emailed us this week requesting that we put another reminder in ENews about the need to complete the rotational actions declaration for options including herbal leys and legumes on improved pasture. This is the case even if you…
This report challenges the current orthodoxy that meat and dairy products from cattle and sheep are always part of the problem for climate, nature and health. Instead, it argues that cows and sheep fed solely or largely on grass can…
Working with landowners/farmers across Cumbria with a focus on young people (15-25 years). They also are running a parallel project funded through Yorkshire Dales Millennium Trust in the Westmorland Dales area, to run/host potential workshops/visits for young farmers to increase…
Defra announced this week that the Farming Equipment and Technology Fund (FETF) will open for applications on 29th May. This will offer grants of up to £25,000 to help with the purchase of equipment for improving productivity, managing slurry and…
The National Association of Agricultural Contractors (NAAC) has launched a new campaign to promote safety in UK farming with the simple yet powerful message: “I am vital to UK agriculture – Stay Safe”. The initiative encourages contractors and the wider…
Tick borne diseases cause serious health problems not only in sheep and cattle, but also in humans. Lymes disease is a major concern for farmers so be tick aware. Although the weather is warm, protect yourself by wearing trousers and…
Defra has provided an update on what the SFI closure and upcoming Countryside Stewardship grant options means for Agroforestry. Read the detailed update here. Interesting, but with SFI closed and Higher Tier by invitation only, it’s a bit academic at…
From 28 April, applications will open for the Accelerating Development of Practices and Technologies (ADOPT) competition. This grant will support farmers looking to test new technologies on their own farms. The full ADOPT grantis for on-farm trial and demonstration projects…
Rural Business Grant and Voucher scheme now open Westmorland & Furness’ rural business grant and £500 advice voucher scheme are now open for applications. For the capital grant, there is up to £20k available at a 50% grant rate for…
Eric and Dianne Horn from Slack House Farm near Gilsland would like to offer a young person the opportunity to learn about their cheese making with the potential to help them at the dairy and with selling at farmers markets. …