Jackie Craft

Reporter at Darlington & Stockton Times

Journalist at Newsquest

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English Winter Fair will return after hiatus in 2024

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

2 1/1 Special commemorative coins will be given to competitors at this year’s English Winter Fair to mark its 175th anniversary when it returns to Staffordshire County Showground this year. The show on November 15 and 16 will be “bigger and better” following a hiatus last year due to the outbreak of Bluetongue virus. Organisers made the “difficult decision” to cancel the fair to protect exhibitor stock and farmers’ livelihoods.
Organisers urge farmers to host events for Open Farm Sunday

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

Farmers across the UK are being encouraged to help foster greater appreciation for their vital role in food production by registering to take part in Open Farm Sunday on June 8. As the farming industry’s annual flagship initiative, OFS organiser LEAF (Linking Environment And Farming) is providing ongoing support to host farmers to help them connect with consumers and provide firsthand experience of the value of farming with nature.
Yorkshire poultry business invests £850,000 in solar panels

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

From left, Joel Richardson, Ben Lee and John Hudson A family poultry business in Middleton on the Wolds has invested £850,000 in renewable energy to power its operations. Soanes Poultry commissioned Beverley business Boston Renewables to provide a 1648 module field-mounted solar system, which will save 156 tonnes of CO2 in its first year.
Organisers urge farmers to host events for Open Farm Sunday

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

Farmers across the UK are being encouraged to help foster greater appreciation for their vital role in food production by registering to take part in Open Farm Sunday on June 8. As the farming industry’s annual flagship initiative, OFS organiser LEAF (Linking Environment And Farming) is providing ongoing support to host farmers to help them connect with consumers and provide firsthand experience of the value of farming with nature.
Audiences delighted by this year's Fearby and District panto

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

THE Fearby and District pantomime is always a highlight of the year in the Mashamshire District, and this year’s 20th anniversary production of ‘Hooked’ is no exception. Based on the ever-popular Peter Pan, this is an original pantomime written and directed by cast member Josh Sylvester. Josh has appeared in previous productions since he was a young boy, and has clearly picked up the pantomime bug to create this sparkling original script.
Amount of farmland listed for sale last year was highest since 2008

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

The north of England witnessed a rise in the amount of farmland listed for sale in 2024 – the highest amount since 2008, while average prices remained strong, according to latest research. The Spotlight on The Farmland Market report from Savills shows that 30,553 acres of farmland had come to market across the north of England by the end of December last year, the highest amount annually since 2008.
Amount of farmland listed for sale last year was highest since 2008

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

The north of England witnessed a rise in the amount of farmland listed for sale in 2024 – the highest amount since 2008, while average prices remained strong, according to latest research. The Spotlight on The Farmland Market report from Savills shows that 30,553 acres of farmland had come to market across the north of England by the end of December last year, the highest amount annually since 2008.
Farmers encouraged to take part in Big Farmland Bird Count

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

THE Game and Wildlife Conservation Trust Big Farmland Bird Count will take place from February 7-23. The annual nationwide survey, organised by the GWCT (Game and Wildlife Conservation Trust) and sponsored by the NFU, provides a vital snapshot of the health of our cherished farmland birds. This will mark the 12th anniversary of the GWCT Big Farmland Bird Count – the first nationwide citizen science project to involve farmers in monitoring the state of farmland songbirds.
Clarkson's Diddly Squat Farm is venue for Cereals Event 2026

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

JEREMY Clarkson is set to host the Cereals Event next year at Diddly Squat Farm, an exciting new site and collaboration for 2026. Cereals at Diddly Squat Farm will deliver a technical, progressive arable event, while further raising the profile of British farming, says event director Alli McEntyre.
Rare David Browns owned by well-known collector to be auctioned

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

Auctioneer Cheffins, will host a timed online auction of vintage tractors, pre-war and classic cars, commercial vehicles and various memorabilia as part of the estate of Rodney Thompson, a well-known collector and enthusiast from Carnforth, Lancashire. Taking place from February 18 to 27 via the Cheffins website, the sale will include more than 180 lots and feature over 30 vintage and classic tractors and cars.