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First Milk backs tougher carbon standard ahead of 2027 shake-up
A new global standard on land use and carbon removals is set to reshape how dairy businesses measure net zero — and First Milk says the sector must…
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Strong organic milk prices open door — but capacity remains tight
Strong organic milk prices and continued undersupply have created a rare growth opportunity for dairy producers — but the market remains tight and…
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Northern Ireland targets 'trojan' cows in fresh BVD clampdown
Breeding-age females in Northern Ireland herds with a BVD-positive animal will be barred from sale or transfer for up to 41 weeks under tough new…
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UK tightens biosecurity after foot and mouth outbreak confirmed in Cyprus
Foot and mouth disease has been confirmed in Cyprus, triggering immediate UK import restrictions and a warning to British livestock keepers to…
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UK dairy and red meat exports smash £4bn record
UK dairy and red meat exports have smashed through the £4 billion mark for the first time, as overseas demand for British produce continues to climb…
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Northern Ireland farmers given days to respond on calf tagging reforms
Farmers in Northern Ireland have just days left to shape proposals that could make electronic identification mandatory for all newborn calves from…
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Arla posts record performance price but warns of tougher 2026
Arla Foods has delivered record returns to its farmer owners after posting its strongest financial performance to date in a turbulent year for global…
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Lawyers say Supreme Court Oatly ruling boosts UK dairy farmers
Lawyers say the Supreme Court’s ruling against plant-based drinks giant Oatly represents a significant boost for UK dairy farmers, reinforcing strict…
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NI farmers 'in the dark' over bluetongue as union hits out at DAERA
Northern Ireland farmers are growing increasingly frustrated and uncertain as a lack of clear communication from the Department of Agriculture…
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NFU Cymru warns £100m loss to rural economy as dairy downturn bites
Welsh dairy farmers have seen milk prices fall by up to 15p per litre since the autumn, prompting NFU Cymru to press ministers for urgent action to…
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