farming
27 Aug 2024
Supporting Farming Communities in North Yorkshire
Healthwatch North Yorkshire is seeking to understand the barriers that prevent the farming community in North Yorkshire from accessing health services. By gathering insights through an online survey, the initiative...
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19 Aug 2024
Call to Action: UK Farm Assurance Review Seeks Farmer Input for Future of Agriculture
Farmers across the UK are being urged to participate in the ongoing UK Farm Assurance Review. This crucial review, jointly initiated by the National Farmers’ Union (NFU) and the Agriculture...
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12 Aug 2024
NFU Mutual Rural Crime Report 2024: Alarming Rise in Organised Rural Crime
A recent report published by NFU Mutual provides an in-depth analysis of the latest trends, figures, and strategies to combat rural crime. The full report, which can be accessed HERE...
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23 Jul 2024
NFU Survey Reveals Connectivity Issues Still Holding Back Farmers
A recent NFU survey has revealed that poor mobile and broadband connectivity continues to significantly hinder farmers’ ability to run effective, food producing businesses. More than three quarters (76%) of members report...
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20 May 2024
Farms Consider More Direct Sales To Combat Rising Costs
Farms in parts of England are looking to boost income by selling more products direct to customers having been the sector in the rural economy hardest hit by rising costs,...
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01 May 2024
FCN Launches New Partnership with Macmillan Cancer Support
The Farming Community Network (FCN) has launched a new partnership with Macmillan Cancer Support – which will help to improve the support available to those living with cancer in rural...
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01 May 2024
RABI Pledges £10m for Mental Health Support
RABI, the UK’s leading farming mental health charity, announced at the House of Lords on Wednesday 17 April that it would be increasing its spending on mental health services by...
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01 May 2024
Join one of the Fastest Growing Networks in Agriculture
Ready to explore the future of agriculture? Welcome to Hartpury Agri-Tech Centre’s Digital Farming Network – a leading community in agricultural innovation. Whether you’re a farmer, supplier, advisor, student, or...
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19 Feb 2024
Addressing the Silent Crisis: Mental Health in the Rural and Farming Communities
Last week marked the annual “Mind Your Head” campaign, spearheaded by the Farm Safety Foundation, also known as Yellow Wellies. This initiative is crucial for spotlighting the mental health challenges...
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06 Nov 2023
RSN to host Net Zero event as part of Countryside COP
The Rural Services Network is pleased to be able to invite you to attend our online event focusing on Net Zero as part of Countryside COP. Taking place on 22nd...
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