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Onshore wind projects to be approved more quickly
Onshore wind projects will be approved more quickly in England as part of new measures being brought forward. The government said it would streamline…
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Tesco to expand trial of low-carbon fertilisers
Tesco has announced an expansion of its trial of low-carbon fertilisers to drive a tenfold increase in the number of hectares being cultivated by…
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Cows with GPS collars introduced to designated grassland site
Over 25 cows have been fitted with GPS collars at Slievenacloy Nature Reserve in Northern Ireland to help restore the designated grassland site. The…
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New Defra measures aim to preserve and rewet lowland peat
Defra has unveiled new measures and pilot schemes aimed at preserving and rewetting lowland peat following the publication of the Lowland…
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Grants help farmers in Midlands create new wildlife meadows
Farmers in the Midlands are helping to create new wildlife meadows thanks to a range of grants on offer in the region. Severn Trent's funding is part…
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Researchers highlight importance of eggs in sustainable diet
The importance of eggs in an environmentally sustainable diet has been highlighted, with a paper saying they are responsible for less carbon, land…
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NFU launches series to battle misconceptions around UK livestock sectors
The NFU has launched a new online series aiming to help farmers explain the role of the UK's livestock sectors in a bid to battle misconceptions. The…
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NI govt's actions over RHI slammed as 'unlawful' after High Court case
The Ulster Farmers’ Union (UFU) has slammed the NI government for 'acting unlawfully' over the Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) scheme following a High…
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Wales' Sustainable Agriculture Award soon closes for nominations
Nominations close in a few days time for the Sustainable Agriculture Award, which aims to recognise the contribution Welsh farmers make to society…
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NI soil health scheme deadline closes tomorrow as farmers urged to apply
Northern Irish farmers located in zone two of the Soil Nutrient Health Scheme have just one day left to apply to it or risk losing out on future…
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