Farming News
It’s been a long wait but Shaftoe young farmers finally host county rally in style
A HOLLYWOOD script writer could not have penned a happier ending to a story which has been in the making for more than a decade.
Last updated 19 June 2013
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YFC Rally results
Lister Trophy for best competitor in the sheep shearing: Ali Graham, Coquetdale. The Journal Trophy for best competitor in the men’s ATV handling: Phil Ogle, Haltwhistle. The Journal Trophy for best competitor in the women’s ATV handling: Alice Lumley, Whitley Chapel. Motag Cup for best competitor in the men’s tractor handling: D Nicholson, Stamfordham. ATB Cup, awarded to the best competitor in the women’s tractor handling: Jade Hunter, Stamfordham. Hyslop Trophy for agriculture, awarded to the best competitor in the vintage tractor handling: David Riddel, Alnwick. Cambo Cup, for best club in the stockjudging competition: Stamfordham.
Last updated 19 June 2013
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Open Farm Sunday is an education
ALMOST 1,000 people packed out a Tynedale farm last weekend as part of a national initiative to promote agriculture.
Last updated 19 June 2013
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Concerns over pesticide ban
ARABLE farmers in the Tyne Valley are set to work closely with beekeepers ahead of a proposed ban on pesticides containing neonicotinoid chemicals.
Last updated 19 June 2013
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Landowners branch out with the help of woodland grants
A GROWING number of farmers in the district are planting new woodland areas on their land to boost business and protect the landscape.
Last updated 19 June 2013
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New sheepdog season starts
THE new Northumberland Sheepdog League programme got under way at Shirlawhope, Longframlington.
Last updated 19 June 2013
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Sheepdog society goes pink for Jill’s favourite charity
BEFORE she died shepherdess Jill Fairweather dreamed of organising a pink sheepdog trial to raise funds for a cause close to her heart.
Last updated 12 June 2013
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Bad weather compensation
SHEEP farmers in the district could be entitled to compensation for loss of animals during the extreme winter weather.
Last updated 12 June 2013
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Stocksfield: Open day for farms
FARMS in the district will open their doors to the public on Sunday as part of an event to showcase the agricultural industry.
Last updated 12 June 2013
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Vaccine receives go-ahead
A VACCINE to protect lambs and calves from the devastating Schmallenberg virus is set to become available to the district’s farmers.
Last updated 12 June 2013
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Young farmers’ clubs take stock at competition
YOUNG farmers’ clubs from across the district gathered for a well-attended stock judging event.
Last updated 5 June 2013
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Haltwhistle: Shepherd’s crook laid on coffin of John (101)
A HANK of sheep’s wool and a shepherd’s crook decorated the coffin at the funeral of one of Tynedale’s best known – and longest lived – farmers.
Last updated 5 June 2013
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Four decades of loyal service are rewarded
CLOCKING up four decades in one job is something of a record in this day and age.
Last updated 5 June 2013
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Ryal: Frank wins award for top quality beef
A BEEF farmer from the Tyne Valley has received special recognition for the quality of his Limousin cattle.
Last updated 29 May 2013
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Tynedale: Farmers explain difficulties to Environment Secretary
FARMERS had the ear of the Enviroment Secretary at an emergency meeting last week to discuss the turbulent start to the farming year.
Last updated 29 May 2013
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Whitfield shoot hits its charity fund-raising target
THE silence of Whitfield’s picturesque landscape was shattered at the weekend by the sound of over 600 shot guns.
Last updated 22 May 2013
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Tynedale: Prime price
FARM land in the heart of the Tyne Valley could be worth more than some of London’s prime properties, according to new research.
Last updated 22 May 2013
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Internet helps protect sheep from flies
THE internet is set to play a key role in helping farmers to protect their flocks from the threat of flies.
Last updated 15 May 2013
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Getting by with help of a friend
THE farming community has rallied round to assist those hardest hit by the extreme winter weather.
Last updated 15 May 2013
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Hexham: Record-breaking time for beef farmers at auction
BEEF farming in the Tyne Valley is booming after a series of record-breaking sales at Hexham Auction Mart.
Last updated 15 May 2013
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This week in... 1885
Saturday, June 20th, 1885Over 2,000 people attended the Temperance Gala held at Greencroft Park, Haltwhistle.
Led by the Bardon Mill Brass Band, 12 temperance societies paraded through the town, prior to an open air meeting in the park.
During the event the Rev. J.M. Russel condemned the House of Commons for rejecting a proposal to increase taxes on spirits and beer.
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