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MPs say introduction of E10 petrol helps environment and British farming
A group of MPs called for action on the introduction of a more environmentally friendly petrol, which also supports the British farming industry. The…
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Two farming brothers aim to feed one million bees
Two Suffolk farming brothers are aiming to feed a million bumblebees this year to help reverse the decline in these vital pollinators. Mark and Paul…
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Jersey potato crop 'hammered' by poor winter weather
The Jersey potato crop has been "hammered" by a week of sub-zero temperatures at the end of February and the damage caused is said to be very severe…
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New guide highlights livestock opportunities for arable farmers
The numerous opportunities for collaboration between arable and livestock enterprises have been highlighted in a new guide issued by AHDB. With both…
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UK explores opportunities to export wheat to Cuba
Wheat from the UK could begin exporting to Cuba if mutual interests and conditions between the two countries are successfully met. The Agriculture…
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Millennials embrace futuristic farming methods to increase food production
Young people do not share the concerns of older generations about GM foods and other futuristic farming techniques, according to new research. A new…
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Welsh farmer's daffodils could help 250,000 Alzheimer's sufferers
Daffodils grown by a Welsh sheep farmer have been found to contain a higher-than-usual amount of galantamine, a compound known to slow Alzheimer's…
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EU agrees UK exemption from three crop rule
The EU's Commissioner for Agriculture Phil Hogan has agreed a derogation for arable farmers in the UK from the three-crop rule requirements. Whilst…
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Crop scientists say neonics ban will affect yields and push prices up
Crop experts have spoken of their concerns that the recent ban on all outdoor uses of three key neonicotinoids will affect yields and push consumer…
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New research warns of resistance gene at risk in oilseed rape
Arable farmers face substantial losses as an important source of gene resistance against one of the leading pathogens of oilseed rape is becoming…
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