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£20m cheese factory attracting the cream of Welsh dairy farming
THE cream of dairy farming in Wales are signing-up to produce milk for a £20m cheese factory that will run entirely on renewable energy.
Tiny rural community’s David v Goliath fish farming victory
A tiny Highland community in a remote area known as Scotland’s last wilderness has won a stunning victory over a multi-billion-pound salmon farming giant.
Vertical farming project aims for the skies after pilot success
An innovative vertical farming project will grow even further with the launch of a new accelerator programme.
Local school children enjoy field day with North East farmer thanks to The County Trust’s beloved education experience
Leading North East law firm, Muckle LLP, recently supported UK education charity, The Country Trust, with their goal of connecting local school children with a…
Seeds of success: sustainable grower-florist celebrates 12 months of business
A Leeds-based florist with a difference is celebrating a successful 12 months since launching the business at the height of covid in 2021 – reporting…
Royal Show a resounding success for Bruton Knowles
Bruton Knowles had a fruitful few days at the Royal Three Counties Show in Worcestershire recently, where its Planning and Development and Rural teams raked…
New discussion papers spark the debate on the carbon market
Carbon market must have positive environmental outcomes and deliver community benefit, say new discussion papers Economic and legal experts have explored how to help manage…
Oxfordshire farm’s newly launched state of the art greenhouse set to serve up strawberries fit for Queens!
A family-run farm in Oxfordshire which is using the very latest technology and innovative growing techniques to enable it to produce strawberries for nine months…
Croots Farm Shop in Derbyshire throws open its gates for Open Farm Sunday
Popular Derbyshire farm shop Croots will be opening the gates to the farm on Sunday 12th June as part of a nationwide event to showcase…
Game-changing Glamping Pod Launches At Balmoral Show
Luxury lodge designer Samlingen is to mark its debut at the Balmoral Show with the launch of its ground-breaking Hydda glamping pod.
Light Science Technologies’ rapid growth continues with key sales appointment
Jack Vickery has joined Light Science Technologies (LST) as National Account Manager as growth shows no signs of slowing for the AgTech specialist.
Consortium Plans To Build & Operate Scotland’s First Low Carbon, Energy Efficient, Soil-Free Vertical Farms In The Central Belt
AgTech specialist Light Science Technologies has announced it is part of a consortium of four British companies that have earmarked a series of sites between…
Apprentice Eleri blossoms in Snowdonia conservation role
An apprentice who appeared on a popular TV show is blossoming in her role with a leading conservation partnership.
Major Report Shows Scotland’s Changing Rural Land Market
A groundbreaking report reveals changes to Scotland’s rural land market and values, amid strong timber prices and rising demand in non-farming leisure estates.
Silvery Tweed unveils new seed cleaning plant
Silvery Tweed Cereals has unveiled the latest instalment in a £600,000 investment into fully segregating allergens at its Berwick-upon-Tweed headquarters.
Natural World Fund – The Organisation Making True Headway In Rewilding The UK
Natural World Fund has a mission. Have you ever thought about what you could do to benefit the environment and have a more positive impact?
Light Science Technologies expands team with new Plant Scientist appointment
Leading Agtech specialist Light Science Technologies (LST) has announced the appointment of Laura Briers as Plant Scientist, to help further drive its award-winning science and…
The Village build mobile community hub for Solihull residents
Community charity project, The Village, is extending its virtues in Solihull by building a multi-functional mobile village to deliver support and aid to vulnerable people…
WorkBuzz announce a consecutive 5-star rating for horticultural franchise
This month, Greensleeves franchisees took part in an independent survey assessing the franchise brand this year.
Light Science Technologies awarded £503,000 Innovate UK funding to develop AgriTech grow lighting solution
Light Science Technologies (LST) has been awarded a £503,000 grant to develop a lighting and sensor technology system for indoor farming.
Coventry start-up announces revolutionary low-carbon tractor initiative
A start-up company has unveiled ambitious plans for a new zero-emissions power source for conventional farm tractors.
East Midlands-based Light Science Technologies’ growth continues with new sales appointment
East Midlands-based AgTech specialist Light Science Technologies (LST) has welcomed a new National Account Manager to its team in response to a period of intensive…
Better Cotton – the world’s largest certifier of cotton – releases bold target to reduce Greenhouse Gas emissions 50% by 2030
Better Cotton today announced the launch of its ambitious new climate change mitigation target as part of a new strategy designed to deliver substantial environmental,…
New Senior Plant Scientist joins Derby-based AgTech firm
AgriTech firm Light Science Technologies (LST) has announced a new addition to its rapidly expanding team of scientists, as the business experiences an accelerated period…