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Improving forage quality and yield of long-term grass leys are proven methods to increase stock performance, but are there more cost-effective ways to regain yield without ploughing and re-establishing? James Huyton takes the Weaving Fenix drill on test to see how it performs.

The UK’s vineyard area continues to climb to meet rising demand as its wines grow in reach and respect, so it is perhaps no surprise the country’s first self-propelled grape harvester has now been bought by an Essex enterprise. Martin Rickatson learned more from maker New Holland, dealer Ernest Doe and buyer New Hall Wine Estate.

Finding a breed which suited their end market, as well as the farm, were key factors for Tony and Emily Bambridge when they chose Lincoln Reds when establishing a pedigree herd.

Giving children a fresh start in a nurturing environment is key to the success of Whirlow Hall Farm. Chloe Palmer finds out more.

With constant improvements in battery technology, James Huyton compares the current market offering of electric utility vehicles.

Seasonal poultry production is a key enterprise for many farms, and with difficulties sourcing skilled labour, utilising advancements in technology could help increase processing rates and ease production pressures. Tom Woolman considers the infrastructure options available.

Keeping dairy cows happy and healthy makes a difference to the bottom line as well as improving their welfare, and a new shed flooring development could help, Jane Carley reports.

Many grain dryers have lain idle this year, but not everyone enjoyed a sub-15% harvest – and the next wet summer may not be far away. With fuel prices looking unlikely to fall far, Martin Rickatson seeks advice from manufacturers on maximising efficiency from mobile units.

After a surprise trip to a dairy farm, Susanne Hulme found her perfect career. Sarah Todd finds out more about her journey into farming.

Scraping cubicle housing can be one of the most time-consuming parts of the day on some dairy farms. James Huyton visits a Lancashire-based dairy which is saving time and labour with a robotic system.