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NFU Scotland calls for swift punishment for those behind lynx release
The release of four lynx in the Highlands has been slammed as 'highly irresponsible' by NFU Scotland, and those behind it must be 'brought to…
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Dairy farm told to pay out £10k after illegal discharge of slurry
A Lancashire dairy farm has been ordered to pay out over £10,000 following a prosecution brought by the Environment Agency. E & A Forshaw, which…
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Scottish government says it has no intention to release lynx into wild
The Scottish government has provided reassurance to the farming industry that there is no intention to allow the reintroduction of lynx. There are…
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Two more lynx spotted on the loose in the Highlands
Two more lynx have been spotted on the loose in the Highlands as rural campaigners demand prosecution for ‘wildlife criminals’ responsible for the…
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Farmer concern after two lynx illegally released in Highlands
Two lynx have been captured after being illegally released in the Highlands, as sheep farmers continue to highlight concern over the species'…
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Eleven people sentenced over large illegal waste site in rural Lincs
Eleven people have now been sentenced for operating and allowing an illegal waste site in rural Lincolnshire. A total of 14 years' imprisonment has…
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Farm leaders slam 'illegal' livestock imports into NI from GB
Farm leaders have condemned 'illegal' livestock imports into Northern Ireland from Britain due to the 'serious threat' of bluetongue virus. Imports…
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'Unsafe' meat discovered in vans containing 48 sheep carcasses
Food crime officers have found 'unsafe and potentially illegal' meat after they opened unrefrigerated vans containing 48 sheep carcasses. National…
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Survey seeks to gain further insight on dog attacks on sheep
A survey has launched hoping to gain further insight into the devastating impact of livestock worrying by dogs. It aims to gain an up to date insight…
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CCTV footage shows farm shop thief hitting worker with car
A farm shop has released footage showing the shocking moment a shop lifter drove into a worker who tried to block his escape. Mainsgill Farmshop…
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