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Social media criticises George Monbiot for anti-farming Guardian piece
An article by Guardian writer and vegan campaigner George Monbiot has caused a stir on social media, after he said "the last argument for farming…
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New bovine TB service launched for farmers in England
Farmers whose herds are at risk of bovine TB will be able to access expert help on protecting their animals through a new Defra-funded advisory…
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Farmers relieved as Louth Cattle Market set to be refurbished rather than closed down
The council has decided that Louth Cattle Market is set to be refurbished rather than sold off for redevelopment, much to local farmers' relief. East…
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UK breeds at risk from exotic animal disease outbreaks
The Government has created a list of native farm animal breeds considered to be at particular risk of an outbreak of exotic disease. The list has…
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'Big blow': TB restrictions could hit English Winter Fair entries
Organisers of the English Winter Fair say bovine TB restrictions could hit the number of entries to this November’s event. New rules brought in last…
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Northern Ireland farmers call for five-year Brexit transition period amid potential 'collapse'
Northern Ireland meat industry could decline by 21%, with exports to the EU "collapsing" by over 90%, if the UK reverts to WTO trading conditions in…
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Northern Irish farmers urged to submit BVD claims before 30 Sept deadline
Northern Irish farmers will be 'disappointed' that the BVD incentivisation scheme is closing on 30 September, as a farming union urges farmers to…
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NI introduces badger testing in two disease hotspots
The Northern Irish government has announced additional measures for TB controls, including measures to test badgers in two disease hotspots as a…
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Labour seeks answers over Government's 'dramatic' badger cull plans
The Labour Party has written to the Government seeking answers over its decision to implement the badger cull more widely. Eleven additional licences…
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Young breeder brings Australia to Britain for dairy exploration
Holstein Young Breeders will be showcasing British farming when it welcomes an Australian exchange student this September. Holstein Australia has…
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