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Farmers fear rising dog attacks this Easter as incidents surge
Livestock worth £2.4m were severely injured or killed by dogs last year, up nearly 30% compared to 2022, and farmers are fearing more attacks this…
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International drug gangs target UK rural areas, report warns
Farmers and rural businesses are living in fear due to growing organised crime, including those linked to the international drugs trade, a new report…
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Police use drone to intercept three hare coursers on private farmland
Hare coursers committing crimes on private farmland were caught red-handed by the police after a drone was used to intercept them. The three males…
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South Downs launches renewed effort to tackle livestock worrying cases
South Downs National Park Authority has launched a new effort to urge responsible dog walking following a rise in the number of sheep attacks. With…
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Police forces across south east intensify battle against rural crime
Police forces across the south east region have formed a new partnership as part of renewed efforts to intensify their battle against rural crime…
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Police urge farmers to secure pick-up trucks amid uptick in thefts
The police are urging farmers who own pick-up trucks to undertake more measures to better safeguard their vehicles against sophisticated thieves…
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Farmers urged to guard against fertiliser theft and dangerous storage
Farmers are being urged to be on the guard against fertiliser theft and to follow safe storage ahead of the busy spring season. With poor weather…
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Welsh e-collar ban needs 'urgent rethink' amid quadrupling of dog attacks
Farmers have slammed the Welsh government's inaction as the cost of attacks on livestock show that the situation in Wales has gone from bad to worse…
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Reports of scam phone calls claiming to be from NFU's HQ
The NFU has urged farmers to be extra vigilant following reports of scam phone calls pretending to be calling from the union's head quarters. The…
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Livestock rustlers steal over 70 sheep from farmland in Powys
Livestock rustlers have stolen more than 70 sheep from farmland in Powys, with police urging the public to provide more information if they can. The…
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