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Virtual fencing helps cattle underpin land restoration
The vital role of cattle in conservation is being highlighted in an ambitious project to transform a landscape and boost local ecology in south west…
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MP urges authorities to back farmers by closing public food procurement loophole
An MP is pushing local authorities and councils to better support British farmers by closing a public food procurement loophole. Currently when…
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Bluetongue: Designation confirmed for ABP Guildford abattoir
A designation has been confirmed for the ABP Guildford abattoir to accept animals for slaughter from the Temporary Control Zone (TCZ) in Kent. This…
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Restocking squeeze easing as input costs fears abate for Welsh farmers
Pressures on Welsh flock numbers appear to have lifted slightly in recent months after new survey results reveal that fears over input costs are…
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Dorset Council defies veganism and passes motion to back all farmers
Dorset Council has become the latest local authority to shun the plant-based movement by passing a motion that supports farmers of all sectors. The…
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Defra confirms 22 bluetongue cases but 'no evidence' virus is circulating
New cases of bluetongue have brought the total number to 22 since the initial outbreak last month, but there is still 'no evidence' the virus is…
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Welsh farm union welcomes outcome of bTB policy discussions
A policy proposal which would have prohibited the feeding of unpasteurised milk to livestock on officially TB withdrawn (OFTW) premises has been…
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Rishi Sunak backs calls for retailers to add 'buy British' tab on websites
The prime minister has backed calls for retailers add a 'buy British' button on their websites to encourage more consumers to support local farmers…
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New cases of bluetongue in Kent brings total number to 14
Farmers are being told to remain vigilant after a further three cases of bluetongue in cattle were identified in Kent, bringing the total number to…
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Fenland Council votes to oppose compulsory veganism in win for farmers
Fenland Council has voted to oppose compulsory veganism in a swipe at neighbouring 'plant-based-only' Cambridge. In what rural campaigners have…
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