Kate Fisher

1 week ago | northernfarmer.co.uk | Kate Fisher

Talks were held after Arla Foods announced on April 10 that it planned to shut its Settle dairy factory by the end of 2026, placing around 130 jobs at risk and sparking concern across the local community. The factory, based in Settle, North Yorkshire, has been a major local employer for decades. The news of its proposed closure prompted swift action from the GMB union, which represents many of the site’s workers.

1 week ago | thescottishfarmer.co.uk | Kate Fisher

Settle dairy site at risk, with 130 jobs on the line Ref: RH240225056 Rob Haining / The Scottish Farmer Talks were held after Arla Foods announced on April 10 that it planned to shut its Settle dairy factory by the end of 2026, placing around 130 jobs at risk and sparking concern across the local community. The factory, based in the North Yorkshire market town of Settle, has been a major local employer for decades.

1 week ago | thescottishfarmer.co.uk | Kate Fisher

Virtual fencing trial aims to transform upland herd management Ref:RH0206200083 Rob Haining / The Scottish Farmer Virtual fencing technology, which could transform upland suckler herd management, will be trialled over the next two years on four UK farms. Led by AHDB’s Monitor Farm project, the trial aims to evaluate the cost-benefit of this innovative system in commercial farming.

1 week ago | northernfarmer.co.uk | Kate Fisher

Virtual fencing trial aims to transform upland herd management Ref:RH0206200083 Rob Haining / The Scottish Farmer Virtual fencing technology, which could transform upland suckler herd management, will be trialled over the next two years on four UK farms. Led by AHDB’s Monitor Farm project, the trial aims to evaluate the cost-benefit of this innovative system in commercial farming.

1 week ago | thescottishfarmer.co.uk | Kate Fisher

AI tool to help farmers protect livestock Ref:RH250320045 Rob Haining / The Scottish Farmer Scientists are developing an AI-powered tool to give farmers quick, tailored advice on protecting their livestock from disease. This web tool will summarise official biosecurity guidelines and provide relevant, real-time information based on the farmer’s specific needs. The AI tool is part of a project by Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC) and the Moredun Institute.