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Are 'tech dense' farms the future of farming?
Jake Leguee is a third-generation farmer in Saskatchewan, Canada. Since his grandfather bought the 17,000 acres in 1956, the Leguee family has grown canola, wheat, flax and green lentils. As a child, he watched his father and grandfather spending…
Are 'tech dense' farms the future of farming?
David SilverbergTechnology Reporter Jake Leguee is a third-generation farmer in Saskatchewan, Canada. Since his grandfather bought the 17,000 acres in 1956, the Leguee family has grown canola, wheat, flax and green lentils. As a child, he watched…
Controversial Romney Marsh solar farm plan set to be approved - BBC News
A solar farm the size of 55 football pitches is set to be given the green light despite pleas from residents to leave the area as it is. Some fear the solar farm will spoil the Romney Marsh landscape and argue constructing the panels on 'good…
Clarkson's Farm star lines up major move after making her mark on Jeremy's show
Harriet Cowan, the breakout star from Clarkson's Farm, is branching out into fresh territory with a new Channel 4 series. The 24-year-old farmer will appear alongside Inbetweeners actor Jessica Knappett, swapping the Amazon Prime sensation for…
PENNSYLVANIA ROUNDUP: 2026 PA Farm Show concludes after 8 days of highlighting Pennsylvania
The 2026 Pennsylvania Farm Show wrapped up Saturday, concluding 8 days of events, celebrations, and exhibitions featuring Pennsylvanians across the diverse spectrum of the state's $132.5 billion agriculture industry. The 2026 Pennsylvania Farm Show…
Value addition, industry tie-ups can boost farm growth: MIA
Suresh Kumar Jain, Honorary Secretary of the Mysuru Industries Association (MIA), on January 19, said value addition of agricultural produce through collaboration between farmers and industries, coupled with effective marketing, can lead to the…
For pest-hit farms, science is surest antidote
Weeds are a known threat to agricultural produce, growing at their expense by competing with them for nutrients, water and sunlight. Most of these unwanted plants are above the ground, making them amenable to manual removal. The problem is with…
Struggling crab company blames offshore wind farms for 'dramatic downturn' in supply
Dressed crabs for sale in Cromer, Norfolk (file image) A struggling crab company has blamed offshore wind farms for a “dramatic downturn” in supply. Jonas Seafood, which produces dressed Cromer crab, said its seasonal catch fell by…
Our Yorkshire Farm's Reuben Owen supported as he issues relationship update
Reuben Owen and his girlfriend Jess were inundated with messages of support over the weekend following a heartwarming relationship update. Reuben, 21, and girlfriend Jess marked their one-year anniversary in October, with the pair going from…
Why The Office's Original Spin-Off The Farm Was Canceled
Spin-offs are a common move when popular shows approach their expiration date. Some work, some don't, and still others never see the light of day. 'The Farm' was an attempted spin-off of NBC's smash-hit comedy 'The Office' that falls into that last…
Sales of Antibiotics for Farm Animals Spiked in 2024
A little over a decade ago, in 2015, farmers in the U.S. purchased more than 10,000 tons of “medically important” antibiotics—the same drugs used for people in hospitals and doctors' offices—for their chickens, pigs, and…
Mitsui considers smaller turbines, construction delay at Niigata wind farm
TOKYO, Jan 20: Japanese trading house Mitsui & Co and its partners are considering using smaller turbines and delaying the start of construction at their offshore wind farm project in Niigata in northern Japan, a Mitsui spokesperson said on…
Clarkson's Farm star announces huge move away from Jeremy's show
Harriet Cowan is working on a new show Clarkson's Farm star Harriet Cowan is starring in a brand new series, away from the Amazon Prime hit show. The 24-year-old farmer is set to join Channel 4 on a children's TV show, alongside Inbetweeners star…
Why a tool-using cow could change how we see farm animals
A few years ago, during a taxi ride, the driver described to me how a pig had transformed his life. A childhood with dogs taught him what to expect from animals, yet he was unprepared for the pig he had taken in as a favour. The man told me how he…
Cannabis farm found in Rhyl after police raid
Police have arrested two men after a cannabis farm was discovered in Rhyl. North Wales Police raided a property on the High Street yesterday (Monday). A NWP Denbighshire Coastal and Abergele statement yesterday said: 'Officers arrested two males in…
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