Over three-quarters of farms in England and Scotland of 50 ha (124 acres) or more in size will be affected by the changes to Inheritance Tax, a new independent analysis from AHDB shows.

Bluetongue is a notifiable animal disease. If you suspect it you must report it immediately by calling the Defra Rural Services Helpline on 03000 200 301. In Wales, contact 0300 303 8268. In Scotland, ...

At the beginning of 2024 the Welsh Government asked for consultation responses to the Sustainable Farming Scheme (SFS). Based on consultation responses and stakeholder discussions the proposed scheme ...

British dairy farmers have significantly reduced the number of pure-bred dairy bull calves being born on their farms, according to a report outlining the progress of the GB Dairy Calf Strategy. The ...

Following a confirmed case of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) in Germany, we are closely monitoring the situation and assessing its potential impact on UK agriculture. FMD was confirmed in a 14-head herd ...

This AHDB-driven initiative is more than a pilot, it is a movement to redefine: How farmers are recognised for delivering both food and environmental goods The environmental impact of GB agriculture ...

Forage for Knowledge is our weekly grass newsletter, which gives you grass growth from across the UK, as well as technical information related to grassland management. The Recommended Grass and Clover ...

The terms ‘herbal leys’ and ‘multi-species swards’ are often used interchangeably but typically refer to a mix of grasses, legumes, and forage herbs within a sward. See our information on the benefits ...

Dairy genetics help predict how characteristics such as milk production, increased solids or health and management traits are passed onto the next generation of cows. The effect of breeding decisions ...

AHDB's Economics and Analysis Director, David Eudall, examines the stories behind the numbers from the world of agriculture. As agri-food markets become more uncertain, driven by changing weather, ...

Does the SFI make sense for you? In this Horizon report, we focus on the huge shift that farmers are facing on the domestic policy front. Direct Payments are going and new environmentally focused ...