As we know farm machinery is an essential piece of kit. It’s expensive that’s why it’s on the hit list of things to steel for organised gangs. All they can see is a big payday for them. Farm machinery theft is big business across the UK. If a tractor is stolen that could mean the

There is no doubt about it rural crime is unfortunately here to stay. Incidents are skyrocketing according to insurance companies. This affects us all even if you have no connection to farming with the cost of rural theft estimated to be over £41.5m in the UK alone someone has to pay which is the public

Have you noticed or heard a buzzing sound in the sky? In the quieter countryside, away from the major road network. Well, that buzzing sound might not be as innocent as you may have thought. Some criminals are using drones, Google Earth, as well as more traditional drive-bys to check where security cameras, vehicles and

The first thing you need to do is call the police if you have been a victim of theft. The second thing most people do is call their insurance company.  If you need to know what to do when your vehicle is stolen, follow our simple step-by-step guide. You don’t have to follow it; it

As the peak holiday season approaches, the National Sheep Association (NSA) is encouraging holidaymakers to consider the risk posed by their pet dogs to livestock. An increasing number of holidaymakers choosing to stay in the UK has, in recent years, led to more attacks. According to NFU Mutual, farm animals worth £1.8m were severely injured or killed

A stolen tractor? A stolen horse box? A lawn mower stolen from a garden shed? Fly tipping along a country lane? Poaching? Yes, all of those and more.  But one item which has proven popular in recent years that the criminal gangs have taken a shine to is….? Have you guessed it? I’ll give you a

ATVs, Quad Bikes and UTVS. These vehicles are one of the most popular bits of kit which are disappearing from farms in unprecedentedly large numbers. Claims of these vehicles rose to £3.1 m + in 2021, and in 2022/23, it is set to increase even more. Land Rovers and Similar Vehicles.  It goes without saying

Illegal Hunting Hunting includes the chasing, capturing or killing of any bird or animal. Not all hunting is illegal, but many laws and legal restrictions help protect wildlife. Illegal hunting can include hunting outside of an open season, using traps or weapons that cause unnecessary suffering, or hunting without a special licence. It’s not just

Title: Ensuring Farm Security: Protecting Our Agricultural Heritage Introduction: In our modern world, where technology and urbanization dominate, it’s easy to forget the importance of our agricultural heritage. Farms are not only vital for producing the food we eat but also serve as centers of livelihood and community. However, just like any other property, farms