Following Storms Austen and Boelo, farmers across the UK may be assessing the impact of flooding, storm damage and disruption. Farm & General explores ways to improve resilience to extreme weather and explains why now may be a good time to review your farm insurance arrangements.
With Autumn now underway, Farm & General explore the key risks of moving livestock indoors and the importance of reviewing insurance arrangements to reflect your activities, assets and farming risks.
Hedge-cutting season generally resumes from 1 September for agricultural hedgerows in England, subject to exemptions and wildlife checks. In this article we explore practical considerations around machinery, roadside working, public liability risks and contractor responsibilities.
As the demanding summer harvest begins, health and safety must move beyond basic checklists.
August is high gear for UK farms. From grain storage failures to livestock transport and seasonal labour safety, ensure your farm business is protected.
A practical look at arable farming in 2026, from tight margins and SFI changes to machinery risk and rural theft and how farms can stay protected.
Explore how global conflicts impacts fuel, fertiliser and vehicle security. Get expert insurance advice today.
Learn how the 2026 Sustainable Farming Incentive changes affect your farm. From the £100,000 cap to new rules and planning strategies, prepare with confidence.
Farm security in spring becomes increasingly important as valuable machinery comes out of storage and workloads intensify. Discover how safety, awareness and insurance support busy farm operations.
Calving and lambing season preparation helps reduce livestock losses, protect farmers and improve farm resilience during one of the highest-risk periods of the year.
Start the year strong with Farm & General’s January checklist for farmers. Discover key planning, maintenance, and protection tasks to boost productivity.
Set clear farm business goals for 2026 with expert tips on planning, diversification and insurance support from Farm & General. Start the year strong and protected.
Maintain farm productivity during winter with farm work tips. Plan ahead with maintenance, records and succession support from Farm & General.
Protect your farm this autumn with expert insurance tips. Cover crops, buildings, machinery and livestock before winter hits.
Discover why backing British farming matters, from food security to climate action. Learn how local choices and UK farms support make a national impact.
Explore the growing threat of rural crime in the UK, its impact on farms and how Farm & General can help you stay protected with tailored insurance solutions.
Essential guide to preventing vehicle and farm fires during harvest. Discover key fire suppression techniques, machinery maintenance tips and the importance of farm insurance.
June haymaking and silage season brings weather risks, machinery breakdowns and liability concerns for UK farmers. Learn how you can protect your harvest and livelihood.
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