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Farmers seek rethink of Scotland's muirburn regime
NFU Scotland has urged ministers to postpone September’s muirburn licensing regime, warning that its practical requirements could hinder vegetation…
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Drought-hit farmers demand reservoir planning shake-up
Farmers are struggling to drought-proof their businesses because planning delays and five-figure approval costs are holding up urgently needed…
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Heineken offers UK barley growers regenerative premium
British barley growers will receive premium payments to adopt regenerative farming methods under a Heineken UK programme expected to supply almost…
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One spark could wipe out UK harvests, NFU warns
A single spark could wipe out crops, endanger livestock and damage vital farm machinery as tinder-dry conditions leave large parts of the UK…
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Heat and drought put UK on course for worst harvest since 1984
The UK could record its smallest cereals and oilseeds harvest since 1984 after drought and repeated heatwaves cut projected production by up to 2.5…
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Driest July on record sparks warning over Britain's food supplies
Britain’s food security is under growing pressure after England and Wales experienced their driest July on record, the NFU has warned. Provisional…
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Farmers and gamekeepers back lessons after major moorland fire
A formal wildfire partnership has been proposed for the Pentland Hills, south-west of Edinburgh, after a 17-hectare blaze prompted warnings that…
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More than 700 farms and crofts to share over £14 million
More than 700 Scottish farming and crofting businesses are set to share £14.25 million for equipment, infrastructure and environmental improvements…
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£40,000 prize opens for mixed land use innovators
Businesses developing new ways to combine farming, nature recovery and renewable energy can apply for a £40,000 prize until 30 September…
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Three-quarters of £225m grants budget already allocated
Three-quarters of England’s £225 million Capital Grants budget for 2026 has already been allocated, with Defra urging prospective applicants to act…
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