England’s countryside is shrinking at an unprecedented pace, with more than 1,700 farms on the fringes of towns and cities wiped out since 2010, a shocking new report has revealed. The loss is staggering 56,000 hectares of farmland gone, an…
New Bill Seeks Fairer Pricing for Farmers Rural campaigners have welcomed the introduction of the Food Supply Chain Fairness Bill, which aims to ensure that farmers across the UK receive fairer prices for their produce. Alistair Carmichael, chair of the…
Why the Labour Government’s Inheritance Tax Hike on Farmers Could Backfire The Labour government’s recent decision to increase inheritance tax (IHT) on farmers has sparked outrage across rural communities — and for good reason. On the surface, the policy might…
Farmers Push Back Against Calls for a 27% Reduction in UK Livestock Recent calls from climate change experts for a 27% reduction in UK cattle and sheep numbers — and a significant cut in meat consumption — have sparked strong…
Wool Prices Rise by 25% Amid Growing Demand British wool prices have surged by nearly 25%, driven by strong demand at recent auction sales, according to British Wool, the farmer-owned co-operative. In a positive turn for sheep farmers, the co-op…
Dairy Farmers Face Pressure Over Carbon Targets—But Is It Justified? FarmingUK.com is amplifying the message from Kite Consulting that “Dairy farmers need greater financial incentives in order to meet the 30% carbon reduction by 2030 targets set by the government…
Productivity and Future Growth – Ensuring Longevity in Dairy Sheep Farming Part 10:Productivity and future growth are at the heart of any thriving dairy sheep farm. By adopting environmentally friendly practices, investing in long-term strategies, and remaining adaptable to change,…
Financial Planning – Budgeting, Costs, and Pricing Strategies Part 9:Financial planning is essential for ensuring the long-term viability of your dairy sheep farm. A clear understanding of your costs, revenue streams, and pricing strategies will help you manage resources effectively…
Marketing and Distribution – Selling Your Dairy Sheep Products Part 8Once your dairy sheep products are ready, the next step is to effectively market and distribute them to the right audience. Marketing plays a vital role in building awareness of…
Milk Processing – Turning Milk into Cheese, Yogurt, and Other Products Part 7Transforming fresh sheep milk into value-added products such as cheese, yogurt, and other dairy items is a key aspect of maximising profitability on a dairy sheep farm. Sheep…
