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Microbes in cows' stomachs could boost meat and milk production
Meat and milk production from cattle could one day be boosted, thanks to analysis of microbes in cows’ stomachs. The study paves the way for research…
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Multi-million pound move sees Muller reduce use of plastic in milk packaging
Muller, Britain’s biggest producer of fresh milk, has confirmed its intention to acquire the capability to manufacture its own fresh milk packaging…
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Britain could weaken regulations to allow inferior US dairy imports
There are fears that Britain could significantly weaken its regulations to allow US imports of inferior milk as part of a future post-Brexit free…
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Average income for dairy farmers double in past year
Average incomes are estimated to have almost doubled on dairy farms for the 12 months from March 2017 to February 2018, according to new forecasts…
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Muller announces April milk price slash of 1.5ppl
Dairy giant Muller has announced it will slash a further 1.5p per litre from the price it pays farmers for milk in April. The price will decrease to…
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Strong desire for free range milk coupled with sustainable coffee, survey finds
A newly released poll shows a strong desire for free range milk alongside sustainable coffee beans in the UK's growing coffee shop market. Results…
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First Milk announces March milk price drop
British farmer-owned First Milk has announced that its milk price for March will be reducing by 1.25 pence per litre. Commenting on the announcement…
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NFU tells Arla to 'speed up commitments' as milk price drop announced
Arla has announced it will be dropping its UK milk price by 2.16ppl – and since December, Arla farmers have seen a total drop of 5.19ppl. The…
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Dairy group Meadow Foods acquires butter oil company Roil Foods
UK-based Meadow Foods has acquired butter oil and ghee manufacturer Roil Foods to expand its dairy portfolio. Formed in 1995, Roil Foods is a leading…
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Export boost hopes for UK as British lamb and cheese showcased in Dubai
British lamb and cheeses are being showcased this week at one of the world’s largest annual food and beverage trade shows in the hope of boosting…
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