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Voice of the Farmer | June 2021

I think after last months article where I mentioned  that during the month of April, we had not received any measurable rainfall and that...

It’s Eggism

When I began writing for The Blackmore Vale, I’d promised myself that I wouldn’t talk about chickens every month - I have enough abuse...

Voice of the Farmer | May 2021

The main topic of conversation in the UK farming world at the moment has been tha lack of rain this spring with virtually no...

Chooks in Lockdown

After three and a half months of their own lockdown, poultry birds across the country on the 1st of April were allowed to finally...

Voice of the Farmer | April 2021

The Farming View The month of March has been very productive at Rawston, with most  of the spring planting completed. Spring beans have been sown providing...

The Girls at Westleaze

Despite the job description on my contract with Westleaze Farm stating ‘Assistant Avian Production Manager’, working on a family-run farm means that you have...

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How do I overwinter my elderly horse?

Owning an older horse or pony is very rewarding. They are usually (but not always!) more sensible; if still actively working or competing, they...

Spare us the hunting sermon

It’s a delicate balance: rural tradition, public opinion, and the spotlight of a major agricultural show. So when the Hound Parade commentary at this...

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