Agricultural vehicle users being urged to comply with lighting rules

Agricultural journalist, smallholder and Editor of the Ferguson Heritage Magazine Jane Brooks, joins us for her regular look at the world of agricultural machinery.

A new way with spring lamb for Easter and rhubarb fool

Henrietta Balcon makes the most of seasonal spring produce

How a forced change of direction flowered into an income - and a passion

This month we meet Dawn Pearse whose need to avoid sunlight due to developing Lupus) led to a quite different way of managing her smallholding...

The National Poultry Show is back!!

Grant Brereton says save the date for a magical day out for all poultry owners

Five tips for merging flocks

The BHWT says respect the social groups hens form and work with their natural behaviour

How a farmer followed his dream to rewilding his acres

Susie Kearley talks to a man who delights in his new lifestyle and explains how it is sustainable in every sense of the word

The tasty tomato, simple to grow if you protect them from frost

Lee Senior says getting an early start to growing this rewarding crop is easier than you think

What you need to know about Schmallenberg Virus (also known as SBV)

Dr Ami Sawran BVSc CertAVP CP) PGCertVPS PhD MRCVS from Westpoint vets shares the advice given to worried owners

Vet Attestations for livestock owners

New rules came into force in Great Britain on the 13th of December regarding exports of meat and some animal by-products to the EU. The British Pig Association offers advice on your next steps

Exceptional growth in organic poultry feed from company dating back to 1675

HJ Lea Oakes is one of the longest established independent animal feed manufacturers in Britain with a history dating back to 1675. Centuries later, they are still independent, family run and extremely proud to be part of the country’s rich agricultural heritage.

Balancing Pellets, Treats and Nutrition

Most of us with chickens aren’t experts in nutritional needs for ourselves, let alone for our chickens. Fiona and Hugh Osborne explain how they balance the nutritional needs of their breeding flock of Orpingtons.

Profile:Buttercups Goat Sanctuary

Helen Babbs visits the UK’s only goat rescue centre

Farmers urged to beware, take action and be vigilant for new strain of Bluetongue virus

Following reports of a new strain of bluetongue virus (BTV-3) emerging and spreading rapidly in the Netherlands, there is increasing concern about the situation and its proximity to the UK.

UK study finds some species of seabirds are showing signs of developing immunity to avian influenza

The eight-strong FluMap consortium, headed by the world-leading research team at the Animal Plant Health Agency (APHA), has developed laboratory tools that can dissect the immune response in birds that have been exposed to avian influenza viruses in their lifetime.

Getting started with ducks and geese.

Lisa Mancell, National Sales Coordinator at Farmgate gives her advice on the importance of nutrition for healthy ducks and geese.

It's a Dog's Life Down on the Farm - and on the smallholding...

In the last of this bi-monthly series, Jeremy Hobson continues to discuss the life of the smallholders' dog as a working companion and pet

Choosing a frugal Christmas full of joy

Andrew Oldham continues his diary from his home at Pig Row

Winter Maintenance that lasts all year round

Agricultural journalist, smallholder and Editor of the Ferguson Heritage Magazine Jane Brooks, joins us for her regular look at the world of agricultural machinery.

Grow your own Christmas dinner

Zoe Chinman, from small poultry farm \"East Sussex Smallholders, explains the joy of rearing small batch turkeys on a Sussex smallholding.

Christmas is coming, the goose is getting fat

But also sadly rarer with all native goose breeds currently on the RBST Watchlist. Rare Breeds Survival Trust Chief Executive Christopher Price says they still have a valuable part to play for the future

On the third day of Christmas...

Grant Brereton examines three chicken breeds that have a very festive connection

A wreath for every door

Helen Babbs finds out how a festive evening with friends became a thriving seasonal business

Few things capture the joy of smallholding like a home-grown Christmas meal

Hugh & Fiona Osborne love cooking for friends and family, especially at this time of year.

Feed your goats according to their individual needs

Joanna Palmer, nutritionist for Smallholder Range offers feeding advice to keep your goats happy and healthy this winter.

Keep your goats fit and well during the long winter months

David Harwood BVetMed, FRCVS. provides practical pointers to providing the best care for your livestock in the cold (and wet) weather

Getting your wool processed fleece by fleece

Rampisham Hill Mill has established itself as the 'go to' mill for smallholders, crafters, and spinning/weaving guilds alike Jack Smellie visits to find out why

A unique way of pig production

Michael Wale reports on how New Forest Smallholders could benefit from a Government ruling

World first for pet poultry with launch of new veterinary diagnostics guide

A brand-new pioneering poultry guide has just been launched following a collaboration between a UK hen rehoming charity and a USbased organisation.

Action needed to protect UK sheep flock from vaccine crisis, says NSA

With livestock health under ever increasing scrutiny, the National Sheep Association (NSA) is highlighting the critical need to address the ongoing issues with disruption to animal vaccine supply.

A meeting of minds and gardening for good health

Michael Wale meets MindFood, a health charity in West London that is using allotment space help improve mental health