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Applications open for dairy farms interested in entrepreneurship
A dairy business training course, Entrepreneurs in Dairying, has opened to applicants ahead of its start in October. Open to anyone in the dairy…
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Experts warn farmers of severe shortages in forage
Farmers have been advised to assess their forage stock now as experts predict many could be left with shortages this winter following a wet spring…
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First Milk's August milk price remains unchanged
First Milk has today announced that its milk price will remain unchanged for August, following a similar decision made by Arla. The move means its…
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Arla's August milk price to remain unchanged
From 1 August 2023, the Arla on-account price for conventional and organic milk will remain unchanged. This means the UK manufacturing price for…
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'Sea change' in attitude needed to bolster UK food security, MPs warn
The government has been told by a cross-party group of MPs to commit to a 'sea change' in its attitude towards food security. The new report, by EFRA…
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Record June heatwave cost dairy farmers 'more than a litre a day'
The record-breaking high temperatures in June may have cost UK dairy farmers more than a litre a day in lost milk production per cow. Data from…
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First Milk apologises after 'discoloured discharge' released into river
First Milk has issued an apology after 'discoloured discharge' was released into a river from an effluent treatment plant. The dairy co-operative…
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Defra unveils new £10m welfare fund for beef and dairy farmers
A £10 million fund is being made available to beef and dairy farmers to help them replace ageing cattle buildings with new facilities, Defra has…
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Value of Welsh food exports hits new record high
The value of Welsh food exports hit a new record last year, reaching nearly £800 million, figures show. The industry’s exports increased by £157m…
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Muller launches UK plant-based range despite vegan slump
Muller has launched its first plant-based yogurt range in the UK despite a waning consumer interest in the vegan market. The dairy processor has…
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