NEWS.

HSE is just launching its farm safety campaign 'Your Farm - Your Future' to raise the awareness of vehicle safety.

LKL are issuing all LKL staff with a Hi Vis vest that they encourage staff to wear when moving around the farm yards and buildings particularly during low light levels.

BBC recently reported on the Farmstrong Initiative that has launched in Scotland and been supported by Movember funding.

We feel privileged to have lived through her reign - Her Majesty has been the most outstanding and dedicated Monarch and ultimate British diplomat.

The HSE has announced that it will recommence farm H&S inspections from October for the next 6 months.

Read our short article that explores the Farm Safety Week health and safety themes and share with colleagues.

As a safety professional I would like to commend Sam Walker's article in the Farmers Weekly magazine this week on 'Have courage to call out on unsafe Farming Practices'.

This month we would like to focus on the message to not rush in and take unnecessary risks.

Remember the most important thing on the Farm is not the machinery - it is the people that run it - it can't run without you.

LKL launches its Farm Health and Safety Policy template in response to the new requirements of the Red Tractor Assurance standards.

HSE has yet to report the accident statistics for the last 12 months  - but sadly the number of fatalities reported on farm are expected to be almost double that of last year.

Have you noticed your cows eating stones, plastic, or other unusual objects? This strange behaviour, known as pica, can be alarming for farmers. Pica in cattle often indicates an underlying nutritional deficiency or environmental issue that needs attention. If left unresolved, it can pose serious health risks, including digestive blockages, internal injuries, and even death. Understanding the causes and solutions can help protect your herd and improve overall livestock management.