Jackie Craft

Reporter at Darlington & Stockton Times

Journalist at Newsquest

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Articles

Five million trees planted as part of environmental scheme

2 weeks ago | martini.forestryjournal.co.uk | Jackie Craft

Five million trees have been planted in initiative – Picture: Philip Formby Farmers and landowners have been key contributors to a groundbreaking initiative that has planted five million trees across Britain’s countryside, helping to combat climate change and transform the landscape. In January 2020, the Woodland Trust and Lloyds Banking Group embarked on a transformational ten-year partnership to plant ten million native trees by 2030.
Strong market for second-hand agricultural machinery at spring auctions

2 weeks ago | northernfarmer.co.uk | Jackie Craft

York Auction Centre machinery sales team: Richard Tasker is seated in the centre York Machinery Sales have experienced exceptional interest in their spring auctions, driven by a strong market for second-hand agricultural machinery with interest from around the world. The success of these sales has been fuelled by the rising cost of new equipment, which has slowed new purchases and restricted supply.
Animal health in focus at NSA North Sheep's new section

3 weeks ago | thescottishfarmer.co.uk | Jackie Craft

The Animal Health Area, offered in collaboration with AHDB, Moredun and SCOPS, will offer a full schedule of interactive sessions, expert-led discussions and hands-on demonstrations to address key health challenges faced by sheep farmers today. Topics will include disease diagnostics, parasite control and innovative flock management solutions, ensuring attendees gain invaluable insights to optimise performance and sustainability.
Animal health in focus at NSA North Sheep's new section

3 weeks ago | northernfarmer.co.uk | Jackie Craft

The Animal Health Area, offered in collaboration with AHDB, Moredun and SCOPS, will offer a full schedule of interactive sessions, expert-led discussions and hands-on demonstrations to address key health challenges faced by sheep farmers today. Topics will include disease diagnostics, parasite control and innovative flock management solutions, ensuring attendees gain invaluable insights to optimise performance and sustainability.
Five million trees planted as part of environmental scheme

3 weeks ago | northernfarmer.co.uk | Jackie Craft

In January 2020, the Woodland Trust and Lloyds Banking Group embarked on a transformational ten-year partnership to plant ten million native trees by 2030. This year marks a significant milestone in this journey, with five million trees now planted – a target achieved with the support of about 3,700 farmers and landowners by the end of 2024.
Key advice to help minimise disease risks at shearing time

3 weeks ago | northernfarmer.co.uk | Jackie Craft

This is the joint message of farming bodies, including the NSA, that have collaborated in updating best practice guidelines on shearing as this year's shearing season gets underway. Sheep farmers are being urged to understand that biosecurity at shearing time hinges on effective communication between different parties.
Survey reveals damage to farmers from closure of SFI scheme

1 month ago | darlingtonandstocktontimes.co.uk | Jackie Craft

Harriet Ranson, CLA Director North A poll of CLA members has found almost 95% of respondents were looking to apply for more Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) options before it was suddenly closed. The sudden closure of the scheme last month sent shockwaves through rural communities, with a CLA survey now revealing the widespread impact and damage it will have on farming incomes.
Host farm’s carbon audit results will be revealed at NSA North Sheep

2 months ago | northernfarmer.co.uk | Jackie Craft

2 1/1 As farmers raise their game to meet the growing challenges of sustaining the viability of their businesses alongside meeting stringent environmental goals, NSA North Sheep has confirmed that the Cumbrian farm hosting NSA North Sheep 2025 will undertake an audit of natural capital, with the results being presented at the June event.
'Icon' of vintage tractor circles to be auctioned off for charity

2 months ago | northernfarmer.co.uk | Jackie Craft

Cheffins will auction an iconic 1963 Fordson Super Dexta tractor Cheffins will auction a 1963 Fordson Super Dexta tractor and donate all proceeds to the Addenbrookes Charitable Trust as part of the firm’s 200-year anniversary celebrations.
Former auction mart director honoured for service with CAAV

2 months ago | thescottishfarmer.co.uk | Jackie Craft

Former director of Tow Law Auction Mart and TH Vickers Chartered Surveyors, Harry Vickers has been recognised for being a member of the Central Association of Agricultural Valuers (CAAV) for half a century. Harry, who is now a consultant with Vickers & Barrass, received his 50-year membership certificate to mark this significant milestone, which was celebrated at the 107th annual meeting of the Northumbria & Cumbria Branch of CAAV.

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