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Disease fear hits hopes

It appears to be a case of new year, new blow for Shropshire’s farmers, writes Rural Affairs Editor Nathan Rous.

Best way to start the day

This week is Farmhouse Breakfast Week, says Rural Affairs Editor Nathan Rous. Are you doing your bit for local producers by treating yourself to a hearty meal with the family at the start of the day?

I felt a little like Mr Benn as I opened the door to the fancy dress shop, writes Rural Affairs Editor Nathan Rous. Theshopkeeper appeared, as if by magic . . . to show no interest in my business whatsoever.

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Consumed by trolley rage . . .

I hate you all, writes our Rural Affairs Editor Nathan Rous. Sorry, not you, I meant supermarkets. I hate supermarkets.

Stores using lamb as a cash cow

You don’t need to possess a particularly long memory when it comes to supermarkets being economical with the truth, writes our Rural Affairs Editor Nathan Rous.

Farmers show their resilience

Farmers across Shropshire and Mid Wales enjoyed a welcome boost at an annual livestock sale following a tough year, writes Shropshire Star Rural Affairs Correspondent Nathan Rous.

Migrant workers’ field day

Admittedly it’s not the busiest time in the fields. There is a distinct nip in the air and we’ve battled through arguably the most unproductive 12 months in farming history, writes Rural Affairs Editor Nathan Rous.

Time for MEPs to act

A week is a long time in politics, writes Rural Affairs Editor Nathan Rous. Well, British-style politics. A week in the European Commission on the other hand is generally the time it takes to have lunch.