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Cumbrian dairy farmer takes on deputy NFU chairman role
Dairy farmer Ian Bowness has been confirmed as the new NFU Deputy Cumbria County Chairman – a role he’ll fulfil for a year before taking on the top…
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Andrew McCornick re-elected President of NFU Scotland
Dumfriesshire farmer Andrew McCornick has been re-elected unchallenged to the position of President of NFU Scotland. Having already led the union for…
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Farmer who diversified into organic seeks new business partner
A Pembrokeshire farmer who diversified into growing organic crops is seeking a new and younger business partner to work alongside him, and could even…
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NFU Scotland’s Vice President hustings kicks off
NFU Scotland’s hustings tour kicks off this week which will see three candidates contesting for the farming union's two Vice President roles. NFU…
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Former NFU President Meurig Raymond awarded CBE
Former NFU President Meurig Raymond has been awarded a CBE in the New Year’s Honours announced today. Mr Raymond was President of the NFU from 2014…
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Farmers congratulate incoming first minister for Wales Mark Drakeford
The Welsh farming industry has congratulated Mark Drakeford for becoming the the next first minister of Wales. A keen supporter of Jeremy Corbyn…
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Young Ceredigion farmer crowned Welsh Dairy Stockperson of the Year
A young farmer from Ceredigion has been crowned Welsh Dairy Stockperson of the Year for his "care and meticulous attention" to ensuring the health of…
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Two sheep farmers needed to help shape policy
Two farmer representatives from England and one from Wales are sought to help shape the focus of the British sheep industry. The Sheep Health and…
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Nature Friendly Farming Network Chair resigns citing clash of opinions
The Welsh Chair of Nature Friendly Farming Network has resigned citing differences of opinion on recognising potential impacts of policies on…
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Oxfordshire farmer named Milkminder manager of the year
Leigh Woolmer of Stuchbury Manor Farm, Banbury has been named Milkminder Manager of the Year award 2018. Mr Woolmer manages a 160-cow Holstein…
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