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DAERA outlines progress in tackling ammonia pollution
The Northern Irish government has announced progress in its work to help farmers better protect the environment from the impact of ammonia. The move…
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New campaign looks at reducing agricultural pollution in Wales
An industry-led initiative to tackle pollution from agriculture head-on in Wales will now commence. The work by the Welsh government's Farming…
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'Farcical': Ammonia regulations holding up farm planning applications, UFU say
The delay Northern Irish farmers have faced for a decision in the processing of farm planning applications as a result of ammonia regulations has…
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Farmers could help wildlife by using 'Nature Recovery Maps', report suggests
'Nature Recovery Maps' should be at the foundation of future farming and planning policy, according to a new report by the Wildlife Trusts. Published…
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Farmers help in efforts to improve bathing water in popular seaside town
Farmers are helping efforts to improve water quality in a North Wales river that affects the bathing water of a popular seaside town. Natural…
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Farmers' ideas wanted as part of new ‘Cash for Catchments’ scheme
Applications are open to farmers to offer ideas that could change the way Severn Trent works to improve the water environment across the region in…
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Nature-friendly farming network urges 'radical change' in agricultural policy
A survey has revealed farmer appetite for a radical overhaul in agricultural policy to ensure sustainable and profitable food production. The…
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Space satellite to help UK measure soil moisture and crops
A satellite due to launch into space today will measure soil moisture and crops for food security and precision farming purposes. The Sentinel-3B…
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Man ordered to pay £5,000 for burying 5,335 tonnes of illegal waste on-farm
A man has been ordered to pay over £5,000 for burying illegal waste on a farm in Shropshire. Ivor Powell, from Wolverhampton, pleaded guilty to…
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Farmers who volunteer for environmental audit to receive fewer inspections
Farmers who participate in a voluntary environmental audit will receive fewer inspections under a new pilot project launched this week. The pilot…
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