Plant breeders are trying to produce new varieties that are more resilient to the increasing weather extremes Climate change, and its possible effects on British farming, remains one of the big unknowns. Scientists are unable to predict with certainty how the climate will change or the impact it might have on farming operations. So what […]
Monthly Archives: May 2024
Chris Spiby farms in Sussex and was looking to improve fertiliser efficiency Identifying new ways to collaborate with its Select Farms to reduce their carbon footprint is an important focus for Marks & Spencer. So, it jumped at the opportunity to trial a new ‘green’ nitrogen fertiliser to cut carbon and significantly boost yields. With […]
This year the NMR / RABDF Gold Cup Open Day will see Bisterne Farms showcasing how its low-input, grass-based, crossbred herd took the win, highlighting how the team’s focus and performance led to victory. So what can visitors expect from the day? Bisterne Farms first invested in dairy several years ago, when in the process […]