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On the hunt for good turkey

If you think your traditional turkey is a dry, under-flavoured, over-rated bird, then you might want to change where you buy it, says Rachael...

The heat is on, on the … fields?

The dry summer continues its impact on Dorset farmers as we move into autumn, says NFU county advisor Gemma Harvey We all know by now...

We need more woolly thinking

Once a major business, English wool is now a wasted opportunity – the industry needs a rethink, says Andrew Livingston Farm life is built around...

Love Local Trust Local Awards are open now – have you entered?

The 2022 Love Local, Trust Local Awards are now closed for entries; founder Barbara Cossins reminds us all that supporting local producers is vital The...

Red Alert in Dorset

Local farmer Graham Birch used a WhatsApp group to contact neighbouring farmers who helped save his fields. Rachael Rowe reports The really frightening thing was...

Bore holes and dry rivers

A surprisingly good harvest in the end, but it heralds a difficult winter, fears Tarrant Valley farmer James Cossins This year’s harvest of cereals, oilseeds...

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The end of the season

The end of the season allows time for reflection and learning – and a couple of weeks off for the four-legged members of the...

The BV puzzles – February 2026

Welcome to February's BV Puzzles page – your free spot for a quick brain workout. Complete the crossword, test your logic with a classic...

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