Fenland farmers need more government help to tackle climate change, says report
More Defra funding is urgently needed to help Fens farmers tackle climate change in one of the nation's most fertile landscapes, says an industry report.
Livestock farmers warned of rising bluetongue virus threat as weather warms
Defra has warned East Anglia's livestock farmers of a growing threat of bluetongue virus as the weather warms during the spring months.
Financial pressures and retirement incentives prompt a rise in farmland sales
Financial pressures and retirement incentives have prompted a steep rise in farmland sales in the East of England, according to Savills agents.
Serious concerns for rare poultry breeds threatened by bird flu outbreaks
The UK's rare, native poultry is under serious threat due to bird flu outbreaks, the Rare Breeds Survival Trust (RBST) has warned in its 2024 Watchlist.
Growing farm shop's new beef herd and butchery will revive a proud family tradition
The Goat Shed Farm Shop near Norwich is continuing its meteoric growth - while creating a hyper-local food chain to fulfil a proud family livestock legacy.
Norfolk farming family sells UK’s oldest Charollais sheep flock
The UK's oldest flock of Charollais sheep has been sold by the Barber family in Norfolk which imported the breed from France in the 1970s.
New Royal Norfolk Show president aims to champion youth and focus on future
New Royal Norfolk Show president Lady Dannatt has spoken of her deep personal connection with the event's history - and her hopes for its future.
Businesses urged to back £3m food hall project at Norfolk Showground
Business leaders have been encouraged to back a £3m project to build a major farm shop and food hall at the Norfolk Showground.
Couple hopes their farm transformation journey can inspire more young farmers
Norfolk farmers Hannah Hetherington and Tom Martin hope their farm transformation journey can inspire more young people to explore careers on the land.
