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Wales' post-Brexit farming scheme 'risks reducing 122,000 livestock units'
An impact assessment has found that Wales' new post-Brexit farming scheme risks reducing 122,000 livestock units, representing a 'shocking' 11% fall…
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Co-op to financially reward beef farmers who 'rapidly decarbonise'
Retailer Co-op has today announced a pilot scheme to financially reward farmers in its beef supply chain for sustainable farming practices. The…
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Prime cattle supply set to tighten by this autumn
Over the festive period and into the first fortnight of 2024 the beef market has remained relatively stable, according to analysis by Quality Meat…
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New bTB measures including pre-movement testing to roll out in Wales
New measures, including pre-movement testing, will soon roll out to help eradicate bovine TB in Wales, the Welsh government has confirmed. From 1…
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Over 50 bluetongue cases as farmers hold 'urgent' meeting tonight
Over 50 bluetongue cases have been recorded in Norfolk and Kent as farmers and vets meet tonight for an 'urgent' update on the situation. A farmer…
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New NI TB compensation proposals slammed as 'new low' for farmers
New Northern Ireland-only TB compensation proposals have been slammed as a 'new low' for farmers in the country. The comments follow a consultation…
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Cattle breeding firm Mastergen rebrands itself as Synetics UK
Cattle breeding firm Mastergen has rebranded itself with a new name, Synetics UK, after it merged with French genetics giant Innoval. The new name…
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Defra survey highlights disease risk in animal feed storage units
A new Defra survey has highlighted the risks of disease in animal feed storage units, with farmers advised to regularly clean such facilities…
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Bluetongue cases near 50 as farmers and vets meet to discuss situation
The number of bluetongue cases in Norfolk and Kent could soon reach 50 as farmers and vets have organised an 'urgent' meeting to discuss the…
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New livestock market prices platform officially live after launch event
A new platform has launched providing farmers with live cattle, sheep and pig prices from across the livestock markets of England and Wales. The…
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