Industry recognition for promoting women in agriculture
3rd December 2020
Vencomatic UK’s Graphic Designer and Marketing Exec has been voted onto the Women in Agriculture Scotland Committee (WiAS).
Giving back to the Agricultural Community
21st October 2020
AGRI-APP began as a small seed of an idea; the goal, give back and help the members of the Agricultural and Horticultural communities.
Less than a fifth of farmers plan to fully retire, new university study finds
18th October 2020
Nearly 700 farms across England, Scotland and Northern Ireland took part in the extensive university research, and the findings highlighted the unique approach farmers take to retirement.
Long-term pig B&B yields returns
6th October 2020
White Rose Farms is looking for farmers in the Yorkshire and Lincolnshire regions to enter into long-term pig finishing contracts. In return, they offer attractive returns on investment and a guaranteed
‘Real fears’ about dairy worker shortage
2nd October 2020
The government has rejected last-ditch attempts to get dairy workers included on the Migration Advisory Committee’s (MAC) Shortage Occupation List (SOL), after a four-month consultation.
Inspirational Cheshire farmer wins Dairy Woman of the Year
1st October 2020
Dairy farmer Karen Halton from Cheshire has scooped this year’s prestigious Dairy Industry Woman of the Year award at the virtual Women in Dairy (WID) conference held yesterday (30 September).
Another day at the coop – women on a mission
24th September 2020
Vencomatic UK is highlighting the various and exciting roles that the industry has to offer and the women who are doing them.
Agri-contracting set to become increasingly important
23rd September 2020
Supporting farm income has been cited as the main reason for offering agricultural contracting services, according to a survey by NFU Mutual.
Taking the stress out of rural recruitment
25th August 2020
Recruitment can be a challenging process for employers and job seekers alike, which is why AGRI-APP was launched – to simplify this necessary part of working life, as well as playing a part in tackling mental health issues in agriculture.
Finalists chosen for Dairy Industry Woman of the Year Award
20th August 2020
The finalists for the prestigious Dairy Industry Woman of the Year Award – which recognises the achievements of women in the British dairy industry – have been selected.
Farmer’s podcast shares top tips on getting into dairying
18th August 2020
A dairy farmer from Staffordshire says attending specific dairy courses and joining discussion groups were a vital part in equipping her and her husband with the skills to run their own business.
Bringing it to the table – Women who mean business
12th August 2020
How Sarah Louise Fairburn helped Fairburn’s Eggs become a leading player in the egg industry and the role of the Women in Agri campaign.
