Category: Dorset Farming

Dorset Farming is a highly regarded and sought-after section of the BV, that provides insightful, informative and entertaining farming news.

Every month, several columnists contribute their unique perspectives on farming, ensuring that there is always something fresh and exciting to read. In addition, the Dorset NFU provides monthly contributions, sharing the most recent industry issues and news with readers.

Personal farm stories from two Dorset farmers, James Cossins and George Hosford, add a personal touch to the farming column. James, a fifth-generation farmer in the Tarrant Valley, shares his experience and thoughts on current issues, while George, who farms near Blandford, provides a farm diary and his take on the current issues facing farmers. James also shares captivating images from Rawston Farms’ past, as well as tales of bygone farming practices.

Andrew Livingston, a journalist farmer, provides investigative news and insight into both Dorset and national farming issues, bringing his unique perspective to the table. This diverse group of contributors ensures that readers receive a comprehensive view of the latest news and developments in the Dorset farming community.

The Dorset Farming section, is a must-read for anyone interested in the latest developments in the farming community. With a variety of perspectives and insights, readers can stay informed on the most recent industry news and issues.

Dorset Farming

Voice of a Farmer | August 2021

We finally started our cereal harvest in July after being a week or two late. Our first crop to harvest is the winter barley...

Editorial team - 15 August 2021

Dorset Farming

Local Farm is helping young people feel needed, wanted and valued.

A Dorset youth farming project was featured on BBC Countryfile in July. ‘Future Roots’ - based at Rylands Farm, a 30 acre smallholding near...

Editorial team - 13 August 2021

Dorset Farming

Voice of a Farmer | July 2021

After an extremely wet May, June finally settled down to a spell of some warm dry weather. We were able to finish silage making...

Editorial team - 13 July 2021

Dorset Farming

A Farmers Eye on Clarkson’s Farm

You would think as a farmer, the last thing I would want to do at home in the evenings is watch programmes on farming,...

Editorial team - 8 July 2021

Dorset Farming

The Australian Trade Deal – What Does It Really Mean to Our Farmers?

With over 30 years’ experience in hospitality, food and drink at The Langton Arms, a successful butchery in the form of Rawston Farm Butchery...

Editorial team - 8 June 2021

Dorset Farming

Bovine TB at Westleaze

Last month we had the dreaded news that our herd of Aberdeen Angus cattle had gone down with Bovine Tuberculosis. This was the first...

Editorial team - 8 June 2021

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Bucked in the Yarn

Editorial team - 11 September 20240

Three small Somerset villages had a huge impact on global exploration and trade – Rachael Rowe talks to Professor Terry Stevens “Nothing much ever happened...

Local History

Hinton St Mary : Then and Now

Editorial team - 17 September 20240

Step back in time with our ‘Then and Now’ feature, where vintage postcards from the Barry Cuff Collection meet modern-day reality. Explore the past...