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Sharp decline in dairy producers as pressure continues
Hundreds of dairy farmers have quit the industry this year due in part to continued inflationary pressure on key inputs, AHDB's latest survey shows…
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Ban on the live export of animals from GB comes into effect
The ban on the live export of animals has come into effect, meaning it is now illegal to export livestock for slaughter and fattening from Great…
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NI farm leaders welcome £46m agri-food investment initiative
A £46 million agri-food investment initiative has been described by Northern Irish farm leaders as a 'very positive development' for the province…
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Animal welfare groups plan 'national day of action' against cull
Animal welfare groups are planning a 'national day of action' against the badger cull, with a planned date and place set for 3 September, outside…
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First ever 'fully Welsh' milk unveiled by new creamery
Pembrokeshire Creamery, which recently launched Wales’ first milk processing facility, has now unveiled the country's first 'fully Welsh' milk. As…
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Farm trial explores little-known Japanese method of fermenting manure
Scottish livestock farmers are exploring a little-known Japanese method of fermenting manure in the hope it will boost farm productivity and slash…
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Welsh food and drink industry sees growth of 10%
Statistics published today show the food and drink industry in Wales grew by 10% last year, with a total turnover of £24.6 billion in 2023…
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Scottish prime cattle numbers show resilience despite herd fall
Despite a fall in Scotland's overall beef herd over the past year, data from British Cattle Movement Service (BCMS) indicates a big increase in prime…
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Farmer sentenced for 'persistently allowing' slurry to run into stream
A Somerset dairy farmer has been given a suspended prison sentence and ordered to pay out £10,000 for allowing slurry to run a nearby stream. David…
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Councillors at North Devon Council vote down vegan motion
Councillors at North Devon Council have voted down a Green Party motion, which if passed, would have seen the council serve only plant-based food. In…
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