Farming will definitely be in the spotlight at this year’s Honiton Agricultural Show. Taking place at the showground on Thursday, August 1, the event is a traditional day out for not just farmers but the entire local community. However, the emphasis has always been on agriculture, farming and rural crafts. The 129th show, organised by Honiton and District Agricultural Association, will take place on a 140 acre site and is expected to attract more than 20,000 visitors. Main Ring attractions will include Jamie Squibb and his freestyle motocross arena stunt show as well as The Devil’s Horsemen, a stunt and trick…
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East Devon may be regarded as ‘rural’ but it forms part of one of the biggest economies in England. Devon is ranked 19th in the country and rural businesses have benefited from both diversification and transformative technologies. Staying in the loop and riding the wave of the latest tech trends has been key to both innovation and growth – even if ‘super-fast’ broadband has taken a while to reach everyone. One of the biggest obstacles firms in East Devon face is knowing what action to take when growth appears to stall. All businesses face tougher competition when they are impacted…
Greenslade Taylor Hunt sponsored a stock judging competition staged by the East Devon Group of Young Farmers’ Clubs. Held by kind permission of the Reed family at France Farm, Cullompton, the event saw young farmers from across the district take part. Competition classes included Dairy Linear, Dairy, Lamb, Ram, Beef and Pig stock. Trophy winners were Stuart Persey – senior with most points; Emily Davis – junior with most points; Culm Valley – club with most points; Ram Trophy Winner – Chloe Burrough. For further information about Young Farmers’ Clubs in East Devon, click here. _________________________ More Farming news
