Farming news, national & farming in the North East

ANY action taken to remedy field soil damage caused by combine harvesters and tractors during the current harvest must be recorded in the cross-compliance Soil Protection Review, advises Momenta on behalf of Natural England. Read

Arguments over prices ‘mask the good news’

The tough years for Britain’s beef farmers appear to be waning with prices on the up again. Karen Dent reports on the turnaround in the market and asks whether it is sustainable. Read

North-East marts prices

Scots Gap, August 27

HEXHAM and Northern Marts at their Scots Gap centre had forward a quality show of prime lambs to average 43.2kg, 129.5ppkg and £55.91 per head. Many more lambs could have been sold to meet buyers requirements and take advantage of the increased trade. Read

Acklington, August 26

NORTH East Livestock Sales sold 71 store cattle and 40 store lambs. A lot of cattle showing the weather with more types looking small for their age. Quality types still very good to sell. Read