William Kellett

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William Kellett is a third year Journalism and New Media student at the University of Limerick. He hails from Co. Meath and comes from a farming background on both sides of his family. Outside of writing he is a former winner of the Irish National Racing Driver of the Year award.

Dairy-Tech 2022 postponed until April 7

Dairy

Dairy-Tech 2022 postponed until April 7

Due to growing concern over the new Omicron variant of coronavirus, Dairy-Tech 2022 has been postponed to April 7, 2022....
Cold weather alert extended until January 10

Rural Life

Cold weather alert extended until January 10

With cold weather set to remain across a number of English regions over the coming days, the UK Health Security...
NFU welcomes government clarity on nature recovery schemes

Agri Politics

NFU welcomes government clarity on nature recovery schemes

National Farmers Union (NFU) Vice President Tom Bradshaw has said that “British farmers are proud to produce climate-friendly food to...
ELM schemes an ‘important point’ in ag policy development – CLA

Agri Politics

ELM schemes an ‘important point’ in ag policy development – CLA

The president of the Country Land and Business Association (CLA), Mark Tufnell, has said that today’s announcement of two new...
Government unveils plans to restore 300,000ha of habitat across England

Agri Politics

Government unveils plans to restore 300,000ha of habitat across England

The government has unveiled the next stages of its plan to reward farmers and landowners for actions which benefit the...
DAERA introduces cybersecurity course for farm families

N.Ireland

DAERA introduces cybersecurity course for farm families

A new Farm Family Key Skills cybersecurity course, 'Working Safe Online' which aims to help farm families work safer online...
NSA sets out its commitments for 2022

Sheep

NSA sets out its commitments for 2022

As the new year begins the National Sheep Association (NSA) is looking ahead at its overarching priorities, setting out a...
Welsh government to implement animal health and welfare plan

Agri Politics

Welsh government to implement animal health and welfare plan

Enhancing standards in a way which safeguards trade and builds a more sustainable farming sector are key to the Welsh...
FLS to introduce biodegradable tree shelters

Forestry

FLS to introduce biodegradable tree shelters

Following up on one of its Climate Change Plan commitments to reduce its plastic waste, Forestry and Land Scotland (FLS)...
Retail demand a boost but caution needed on trade deals – Smith

Agri Politics

Retail demand a boost but caution needed on trade deals – Smith

Catherine Smith, the chair of Hybu Cig Cymru – Meat Promotion Wales (HCC) has issued an upbeat New Year message...
‘The past 12 months have thrown everything at us’ – Batters

Agri Politics

‘The past 12 months have thrown everything at us’ – Batters

National Farmers Union (NFU) President Minette Batters has said that the past 12 months have thrown everything at us, from...
BVA advises pet owners to be prepared for distress from fireworks

Rural Life

BVA advises pet owners to be prepared for distress from fireworks

With New Year’s Eve just a few hours away, the British Veterinary Association (BVA) has issued advice for owners to...
UK government announces major expansion of heat networks

Agri Politics

UK government announces major expansion of heat networks

UK homes, university residences and public buildings will benefit from cleaner, more affordable heat and energy, thanks to £19 million...
Make surplus BPS cash work harder for you – Oxbury

Agri-Business

Make surplus BPS cash work harder for you – Oxbury

Farmers receiving their Basic Payment Scheme (BPS) payments could make their money work harder with the help of a new...
Clarkson to close Diddly Squat farm shop until March

Agri-Business

Clarkson to close Diddly Squat farm shop until March

Jeremy Clarkson has announced that his Diddly Squat farm shop will close for the months of January and February to...
Tremap app aims to map every tree worldwide

Agri-Business

Tremap app aims to map every tree worldwide

Mapping every tree in the world and creating the most accurate tree database is a bold ambition, but one that...
Trials agronomist wins first BASIS Trainee member of the year award

Arable

Trials agronomist wins first BASIS Trainee member of the year award

BASIS has announced Louise Davy, a trials agronomist, as the winner of the first BASIS Trainee member of the year...
Rhug Estate welcomes new tenants

Rural Life

Rhug Estate welcomes new tenants

The Rhug Estate has welcomed new tenants on to the Estate; Calon Kitchens has opened a new workshop in the...
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