August 18, 2021
Climate change and resilience
As an industry we need to recognise the contribution that agriculture has made towards greenhouse gasses.
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August 17, 2021
It is amazing how fast vineyard equipment develops
The requirement for scarce labour is huge and the only practical way to keep on top of work is with the new innovations.
August 16, 2021
Dogs that lunch
I envisaged that the South Downs Way path would be along the coast, but I was wrong.
July 22, 2021
Baled straw market could be overwhelmed
If we have a good harvest the price of straw should come back to its usual levels for the time of year.
July 21, 2021
Growth and progress
Despite dubious grass quality, the sheep have done well.
July 21, 2021
What we do know is not exactly reassuring
So, like the piper, I have to sit patiently and wait for ‘the man to call the tune’.
July 20, 2021
Rain has been beneficial
“Rain makes grain” is the old adage; well, if that’s correct we should have plenty! You could add “and then it messes it up again”.
July 20, 2021
‘Let’s go scouting for bulls’ walkabout
One particular troublesome young heifer seems to go on a ‘let’s go scouting for bulls’ walkabout every time she comes bulling.
July 19, 2021
Farm walks and well-deserved awards
Happy days; I’ve been on two farm walks with another on the horizon.
July 19, 2021
“They’re cows, mate!”
Farming Today, with the early morning cuppa, was really informative and worth listening to.
April 29, 2021
Resilience – how do we invest in the right human capital?
At the inaugural James Nichols lecture at the 88th Marden Fruit Show Society AGM, Professor Louise Manning excelled in getting everyone to think.
