Environment
AHDB slams 'simplistic' study of environmental impact of meat-eating
A study which claims eating less red meat would substantially reduce the UK’s carbon footprint has been criticised as 'simplistic' by AHDB. The levy…
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Devon farmers launch new food hub with sustainability focus
Farmers have launched a new food hub based in south Devon which is specifically targeting small producers who are looking to scale up their…
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Defra unveils application dates for Sustainable Farming Incentive
Farmers can sign up for the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) from September and start registering their interest in a few days time. The…
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Guidance issued to farmers concerned about impact of beavers
New resources have been issued to help Scottish farmers manage beavers on their land following a major policy change by the government. The Farm…
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Wildlife Trusts unveils £6m fund to boost UK rewilding projects
The Wildlife Trusts has unveiled a new £6m ecological restoration fund to support rewilding projects across the UK. The programme, entitled…
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Pig farm uses ammonia-harvesting technology to cut emissions
Testing has begun as part of a project aiming to reduce the environmental impact of livestock emissions after ammonia-harvesting technology was put…
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AI firm receives £130k to develop grassland decarbonisation project
An agri-tech firm will develop artificial intelligence for grassland monitoring and management to support decarbonisation, with a focus on dairy…
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NI farmers risk losing future payments if they ignore scheme deadline
Farmers in certain areas of Northern Ireland risk losing future farm payments if they don’t sign up to the Soil Nutrient Health Scheme before the…
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Deadline for Countryside Stewardship applications extended
The application window for 2024 Countryside Stewardship Mid Tier agreements has been extended until 15 September following feedback from farmers…
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UK farmers urged to engage in emission-cutting pulse crop project
Farmers are being called upon to join one of the biggest and most comprehensive projects ever undertaken by UK agriculture to credibly achieve net…
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