Sporting Gun Magazine

Guest edited by one of the most recognisable faces in crop protection, Andy Crow, the March issue of
Sporting Gun delivers an honest and practical look at modern shooting and the realities of life in the countryside.
In his guest editor’s foreword, Andy reflects on balancing farming with shooting, explaining how long hours and hard work have always gone hand in hand with making the most of precious time in the field.
Drawing on a lifetime spent protecting crops, managing permissions and adapting to constant change, he writes openly about rising costs, evolving legislation and public perception, while reaffirming the importance of doing the job properly and sharing knowledge. His belief in helping others, and in shooting as a vital part of food production and conservation, sets the tone for an issue rooted in realism, experience and straight-talking advice.
Inside this issue, readers will find a strong mix of crop protection, game shooting, gun and rifle reviews.
There’s also lots of advice pieces, from decoying tactics to wildfowling for beginners, to policy updates, equipment reviews and technical guidance. The issue offers practical insight for shooters working in the field as well as those enjoying their sport recreationally.
Also in this issue
Exclusive interview with Andy Crow
Geoff Garrod reports from a winter wheat protection outing
Five of the Best shotgun choke manufacturers
Matt Kidd visits a Dorset farm shoot offering high pheasants
Conor O’Gorman reports on policy developments affecting shooting
Andy Crow shares his top tips for decoying pigeons and corvids
Jasper Fellows explores a new approach to performance psychology adopted by South Korea
Lloyd Pattison tests the latest value-driven clay gun: The Beretta 688
A Guide to Technical Layers
Your essential preview of the Great British Shooting Show 2026
David Latham reflects on nearly five decades training Labradors
Chris Parkin reviews the Franchi Horizon Elite Varmint Subalpine Rifle