Ceres Reports
Ceres Rural regularly publishes specific reports, either quarterly or annually, covering topical issues, discussion and recommendations relevant to our industry and clients. These publications are free to digest and download. You can browse the full library below.
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George Catchpole
Mar, 04 2024
Welcome to the Ceres Rural Farming Update March 2024, a publication that provides independent insights on agricultural issues, from policy and grant funding, to administrative updates and key market information. Read the update here: Farming Update – March 2024. For a printer-friendly version, click here. Please consider the environment before printing this publication.
Robert Gazely
Dec, 04 2023Each quarter, we update you on the latest industry news, topical issues, and safety alerts to help you maintain best practice on your farm or estate. The December 2023 edition focuses on safe livestock handling and explains the current sentencing guidelines for health and safety prosecutions. It also sets out key precautions for using ladders […]
George Catchpole
Oct, 23 2023Welcome to the Ceres Rural October Farming Update, a publication that provides independent insights on agricultural issues, from policy and grant funding, to administrative updates and key market information. Read the update here: Farming Update – October 2023. For a printer-friendly version, click here. Please consider the environment before printing this publication.
Robert Gazely
Aug, 16 2023This edition highlights the publication by the Health & Safety Executive (HSE) of the annual farming fatalities report, which shows a slight increase in the number of deaths on the previous 12-month period. The bulletin reviews the topic of hand-arm vibration before explaining the requirements of the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases & Dangerous Occurrences Regulations […]
Ben Bates
Apr, 18 2023Welcome to the Ceres Rural Farming Update 2023, a publication that provides independent insights on agricultural issues, from policy and grant funding, to administrative updates and key market information. Read the update here: Farming Update – April 2023. For a printable version, click here. Please consider the environment before printing this publication.
Robert Gazely
Feb, 24 2023This edition reviews guidance for the operation of user-worked level crossings on farmland and identifies precautions to take when turning cattle out to graze in fields with public access. The bulletin outlines the steps to follow when working in areas controlled by others and provides instruction on the safe use of seed and fertiliser bags. […]
Robert Gazely
Dec, 19 2022The December 2022 edition summarises the annual statistics recently published by the Health & Safety Executive (HSE) for work-related ill health and injuries. It outlines the steps to follow when administering veterinary medicines and provides key considerations for the safe use of tractor three-point linkages. The bulletin includes advice on maintaining a safe working environment, […]
Ben Bates
Nov, 07 2022Welcome to the Ceres Rural Farming Update, a publication that provides independent insights on agricultural issues, from policy and grant funding, to administrative updates and key market information. Read the update here: Farming Update – November 2022. For a printable version, click here. Please consider the environment before printing this publication.
Robert Gazely
Sep, 14 2022The September 2022 edition highlights recent concerns over telescopic ladders failing required safety tests. We remind readers of the risks of UV radiation and skin cancer, and the need to put control measures in place to protect outdoor workers. We continue to focus on workshop safety and recommend a series of steps to operate as […]
Robert Gazely
Jun, 20 2022This edition looks at how the Personal Protective Equipment at Work (Amendment) Regulations 2022 impact rural businesses and what steps you can take to stay compliant. We outline practical safety measures for the months ahead, focusing on silaging, grain carting, and handling bales—key activities where risk management is essential. We also emphasise the importance of […]