Ben Barnett
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Yorkshire farmers who turn to tourism advised to work together
Farmers who plan to diversify into tourism in order to add value to their businesses during a period of unprecedented change stand more chance of sustaining the rewards by working together, according to a rural tourism expert. → Read More
Yorkshire vet Julian Norton's 'exciting' chance to try new surgical technique
I talked through with Tom exactly what I was planning. His cow was poorly and, although a displaced abomasum operation is not an emergency – it’s not like a twisted stomach in a dog – she was pretty sick and it would have been foolish to delay the inevitable surgery, which would (we hoped) be life-saving. → Read More
Yorkshire's farm shops can compete amid rise of multi-national discounters, retail guru says
Yorkshire’s flourishing farm shop scene has yet to reach its zenith, according to a national retail guru, who believes an emphasis on value and experience means outlets can compete with the growing market share of multi-national discounters. → Read More
Warning over delicate farm futures at Nidderdale Show
Colourful rosettes and shiny trophies told of a day of success in the show rings, but the very future of agricultural events like Nidderdale’s annual celebration yesterday is at risk of being undermined, a new report warns. → Read More
Farm recovery fund opens for flood-hit Yorkshire Dales farmers
A £2m government funding package will be enough to help recover the uninsurable damage to farms left devastated by summer floods in the Yorkshire Dales and Lincolnshire, a Whitehall official has insisted. → Read More
'National Parks can be exemplars on mitigating climate change', says Yorkshire Dales chief
National parks can become nationwide exemplars on taking responsibility to mitigate climate change, the chief executive of the Yorkshire Dales has said. → Read More
'Government does not grasp extent of rural connectivity problems', MPs warn
National park leaders and MPs have urged the Government to address a growing infrastructure gap between rural and urban areas which is contributing to an exodus of younger working families from remote, rural communities. → Read More
Shortlist revealed for The Yorkshire Post's 2019 Rural Awards
Building up successful businesses from scratch, relentlessly championing this proud county’s high quality produce and boosting the economy by attracting thousands of tourists to the countryside – the stories emerging from The Yorkshire Post’s 2019 Rural Awards are truly inspiring. → Read More
Yorkshire vet stars Julian Norton and Peter Wright to guest star at Countryside Live in Harrogate
Fans of Yorkshire’s famous television vets Julian Norton and Peter Wright can meet their heroes at next month’s Countryside Live in Harrogate. → Read More
'Vocational skills are my priority', says Education Secretary Gavin Williamson at Leeds City College campus opening
Yorkshire needs a “world-class” vocational and technical education sector to match its high quality university offer if Britain is to close the productivity gap with other European nations, the Education Secretary said. → Read More
'Boris Johnson must give clarity on Brexit negotiations', says Thirsk and Malton MP Kevin Hollinrake
The Prime Minister has been urged to spell out what negotiations are underway with Brussels amid warnings that a raft of Tory MPs will resign the whip if the Government ignores legislation to avoid delaying Brexit. → Read More
'Our uplands need evolution not revolution', says Heather Trust chief
Changes to how upland landscapes are managed must be gradual and well-informed to protect their value to the environment, rural livelihoods and wider society. → Read More
Village Focus: Independent character of Howsham village
The perception of Yorkshire folk as a hardy and resilient people is perhaps personified best by the small, rural communities that dot the county’s countryside and exude a steely sense of independence. → Read More
'Rural areas are Whitehall blind spot and need proper strategy', countryside councils says
Rural leaders have stepped up calls for a comprehensive rural strategy to be drawn up, with the Government accused of having a “blind spot” when it comes to countryside communities. → Read More
Yorkshire Shepherdess Amanda Owen to reveal all at Harrogate date
From being inspired into a life as a shepherdess by a book, to becoming a well-read author in her own right on her farm in a remote upper dale, Amanda Owen will reveal all in Harrogate this month. → Read More
Young peregrines depart Malham Cove after thousands enjoy displays
An “enthralling” natural spectacle has attracted more than 16,500 visitors to a Yorkshire Dales beauty spot in a little over four months. → Read More
Ben Barnett: Value of better beef prices is a wider community concern
The viability of the livestock farming sector impacts on us all. A well-documented demise in farmgate beef prices has brought this into stark focus. → Read More
Yorkshire villagers fighting back to keep pubs as hubs
When a pub closes, the effects can ripple through the community, particularly where there are no others within walking distance. → Read More
Five Yorkshire towns to get share of £1bn high street rescue fund
Five towns in Yorkshire will be awarded a share of £1bn to help regenerate their "ailing" high streets. → Read More
Yorkshire chippy plans three new restaurants in China
The packed out coaches just keep on pulling in at a chippy located off the busy A64. → Read More