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In the latest edition of This Week in Farming, we bring you a roundup of our top content from the past week. Before we dive in, make sure to check out the latest market prices, especially the impressive finished beef prices.
This week, our Tractor Special feature explores some alternative brands in the market. Editor Oli Mark shares his thoughts on the Deutz-Fahr 6150.4, a 156hp tractor with a unique transmission. We also take a look at a Dorset dairy farm running high-hour New Hollands and discuss Kioti’s entry into the UK market with their budget-friendly 140hp tractor.
Food fraud remains a concerning issue, with misrepresentation of red meat and poultry being a common form of food crime in the UK. The latest food crime report from the Food Standards Agency sheds light on this issue, and we encourage anyone with information to come forward.
Harvest season is in full swing, with Scottish farmers making a final push to bring in their combinables. Maize harvest is also on the horizon for many farmers, while others are focusing on autumn drilling plans. Farmer Focus writer Keith Challen reflects on what he considers one of the worst harvests in his 35 years of farm management.
In the realm of business, tax averaging can offer savings for arable farmers, especially in times of fluctuating profits. With the upcoming budget announcement, there will be changes to watch out for in the agriculture sector. Editor Suzie Horne also delves into the pressure on farmland from data centres, posing a new challenge for farmers.
In industry news, Baroness Batters of Downton receives a prestigious award from the Royal Agricultural Society of England, while National Trust tenants express frustration over tenancy renewal issues. The podcast for this week covers all these topics and more, so be sure to tune in for insightful discussions.
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Maria Sanchez completed her Bachelor’s degree in Plant Sciences from the University of California, Davis, in the USA. Her studies focused on plant genetics and biotechnology, with an emphasis on developing disease-resistant crop varieties. Maria has contributed to several research projects aimed at improving crop resilience to climate change and is now pursuing her Master’s degree in Plant Breeding.