For many, December is a time to reflect, to really sit back and look at what the previous months looked like. What were the highs? What were the lows? Despite 2020 being the year it was — and one I…
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Brexit trade deal welcomed, but devil could be in the detail
Farmers Weekly Farm leaders have welcomed the successful conclusion of a post-Brexit trade deal between the UK and European Union. A long-awaited trade deal – which was announced today – will apply after the Brexit transition period ends on 31…
10 Inspiring Senior Citizens Who Gave India Incredible, Age-Defying Goals in 2020
This article is a part of The Better India’s ‘Best of 2020’ — A list of 60 awesome changemakers recognised and honoured by The Better India this year. This is a celebration of remarkable people who exhibited courage, grit, passion,…
Rite Way’s acquisition of Morris Industries set to close following court approval
A Saskatchewan Court of Queen’s Bench judge has approved the sale of seeding equipment manufacturer Morris Industries to the parent company of Rite Way Manufacturing. Morris has been in creditor protection since January 2020. Financial terms of the deal are…
Brexit: Potato growers treated like pawns in political game
Farmers Weekly Seed potato growers say they are being treated like pawns in a political game with £13.5m of exports in doubt after the end of the Brexit transition period. Growers have been working hard to export this year’s seed…
Agri-food exports set to continue post-Brexit
Farmers Weekly Trade in most agri-food products between the UK and European Union is set to continue – but some farm sectors face a complete ban on exports. The NFU has been told that the EU will grant third country…
Soybean School: Lessons learned from 2020 spring tillage
When it comes to planting soybeans, is spring tillage necessary? Can no-till soybeans handle the challenge that a cool, wet spring and heavy corn residue can throw at them? With 2020 in the books, it’s time to dig into some…
Tips for buying a second-hand pickup: Toyota Hilux
Farmers Weekly Toyota’s Hilux is one of the most desirable second-hand pickups around, and as a result values hold firm, even for early examples. For less than £15,000, buyers will be looking at the seventh generation, which had an 11-year…
Ag advisers’ funniest tales: Boozy buys, nudity and gaffes
Farmers Weekly From drunken livestock purchases and clothing mishaps to naturist camps and equipment failures, being an agricultural adviser doesn’t get any easier as the years go by. Once the first farm visit is over, some might be expecting smooth…
2020 – a year to remember: Lifting the spirits
Farmers Weekly In a difficult year, there were still farming stories to warm the heart and lift the spirits. We look a some of the events and the farmers that made us smile. See also: Photos: Farmer’s river rescue saves…