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The 2025 Contractor of the Year finalists have been selected because of their ability to thrive in a competitive market where margins are tight and efficiency is key

This week's opinion from throughout the world of agriculture: Amie Burke, learning engagement lead at the Institute of Grocery Distribution

The webinar took place on Thursday August 28 at 7pm

The 2025 Beef Farmer of the Year finalists have been selected because they are not afraid to embrace change to boost efficiencies within their business to make their margins work harder

Sunshine and a pleasant breeze made for perfect conditions at Hope Show, where more than 650 sheep and a strong cattle entry competed for the coveted titles

A round-up of this week's sales including from Welshpool, Darlington, J36 and Norton and Brooksbank

A bid of £8,500 topped the sale of exhibition cattle at Thainstone for a Limousin cross heifer from J. Robertson and Son, Newton of Logierait, Pitlochry. Scaling 495kgs, the second prize winner in the haltered section sold to an undisclosed buyer

The 2025 Arable Farmer of the Year finalists have been selected because the judges recognised their ongoing versatility and ability to navigate fluctuating commodity prices, unpredictable weather and evolving legislation, while continuing to achieve a profitable, sustainable business

This week's opinion from throughout the world of agriculture: Defra Secretary Steve Reed discusses changing the way farmers work with water and managing the impact of climate change

Kate is a fifth-generation farmer running the 750-hectare (1,853-acre) Hundleshope 51AVÊÓƵon the Haystoun Estate, Peebles, where the family have been tenants for 150 years. She runs the hill unit with her husband Ed and their four children. She is also a vet and chair of Quality Meat Scotland