Content related to the sectors: pork

29 November 2024

How soil type affects cultivation and establishment for arable crops

Before considering cultivations, it is essential to understand the soil’s natural capability to self-structure (repair itself).

17 April 2025

The use of machinery to loosen soils for arable crops

Find out how use machinery to restructure soils.

3 September 2024

How residues affect cultivation and establishment for arable crops

A summary of how residues affect cultivation and establishment for arable crops

26 January 2026

How trafficking affects cultivations and establishment for arable crops

Find out how to reduce the compaction risk associated with tractors and trailed machinery.

6 August 2026

How soil factors affect cultivation and establishment for arable crops

Find out about the 10 key soil factors to consider when planning cultivation and establishment.

26 January 2026

Cultivation and establishment for arable crops

This series of web pages covers the unique elements of soil management associated with cultivation and crop establishment in arable systems.

23 July 2024

High risk of fusarium and ergot after wet 2024

After some very wet weather in 2024, there is a heightened risk of ergot and fusarium infection in some crops, which poses a risk to livestock. Find out what is affected, what to look out for and what action you can take.

24 July 2024

Risks of hemlock weed in livestock farms

Hemlock is a significant risk to livestock due to its highly toxic nature. Effective management involves a combination of prevention, mechanical control, chemical control, and ongoing monitoring.

9 July 2024

Agroforestry experiences: Cannerheugh Farm, a rotational grazing system in Cumbria

How a farm in Cumbria is integrating agroforestry in a rotational grazing system

4 December 2024

Feed Your Family for Less with British Pork

Our Feed Your Family for Less with British Pork campaign inspires consumers to see British pork as an affordable, tasty and healthy meal choice.

9 October 2025

Getting started in agroforestry

The practicalities, opportunities and challenges of making agroforestry part of your farm business.

8 July 2026

Introduction to agroforestry

Agroforestry benefits both the business and the natural environment.