Farming UK

1 week ago | farminguk.com | Daniel Wild

A Lincolnshire potato storage facility has triumphed in court against its local council, overturning a noise complaint that threatened its ability to store future crops and risking major food waste. The case, brought before the court following a complaint about fan noise affecting neighbouring residents, concluded with the district judge ruling in favour of the storage business.

1 week ago | farminguk.com | Daniel Wild

Northern Irish beef farmers are facing mounting financial pressure as factory prices tumble, with the Ulster Farmers’ Union warning that the downturn could leave producers out of pocket. The union has voiced concerns over the recent slide in prices, warning that farmers who have invested heavily in store cattle could face significant financial strain if the trend continues. "Beef farmers are caught in an incredibly difficult position," explained UFU deputy president, Glenn Cuddy.

1 week ago | farminguk.com | Daniel Wild

The government’s latest consultation reveals strong support for clearer food labelling — but confusing method of production labels could do more harm than good for farmers and shoppers alike. The consultation on fairer food labelling, initiated by the previous government, found widespread backing for transparent country of origin and method of production labelling.

1 week ago | farminguk.com | Daniel Wild

The NFU has warned that rural crime is far from beaten and that farmers need more protection now, despite new figures showing signs of progress. The government and police forces must take stronger, long-term action against rural crime, as the threat to farms remains serious and persistent, the union says. Recent figures by NFU Mutual show a dip in the overall cost of rural crime, yet alarming increases in the theft of high-value farm machinery, livestock and fuel have raised concerns.

1 week ago | farminguk.com | Daniel Wild

New research reveals an overwhelming public preference for homegrown food as the UK navigates ongoing debates around trade deals and food imports. According to Red Tractor’s latest Trust in Food Index, a record 94% of British consumers now trust UK-produced food — the highest level since the survey began. The fifth edition of the annual index, which surveys over 2,000 UK adults, highlights deepening scepticism towards food imported from countries like the United States and India.