Winter farm preparation: a guide for farmers after a dry season

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Very dry brown ploughed field looking uphill towards a lone tree against a blue sky.

As autumn begins, many farmers are still feeling the effects of prolonged dry weather and drought despite recent rainfall. Here the Environment Agency provides advice on how to prepare for winter challenges such as flooding, slurry storage, and reservoir refilling.