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NFU raises concerns over 'tax on carbon emissions' from 2027
The NFU has raised concerns over the relatively unnoticed 'tax on carbon emissions', which was announced in the budget and due to roll out in 2027…
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Project seeks to turn cow muck into carbon capture fertiliser 'of the future'
Farmers behind a project aiming to turn cow muck into the carbon capture fertiliser 'of the future' say it could provide a new source of income for…
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Farm launches multi-million pound fundraiser for 'outdoor classroom'
A Hertfordshire farm has launched a multi-million pound fundraiser to build an education hub - dubbed the 'UK's best outdoor classroom' - for…
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NFU says 'questions remain' as Arla trials feed additive Bovaer
News of Arla's methane suppressing supplement trial has sparked debate, with the NFU admitting that 'questions remain' over the impact of long-term…
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Denmark's livestock farmers to be taxed for emissions from 2030
Danish farmers will have to pay a levy of 300 kroner (£34) per tonne of methane on emissions from livestock from 2030, the government has confirmed…
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Defra closes capital grants due to 'unprecedented demand'
The government has confirmed it will temporarily close new applications to capital grants due to 'unprecedented demand'. A total of 76 grant items…
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Wildlife charity buys East Yorkshire farm based in wetlands site
A wildlife charity has bought an East Yorkshire farm as it presented a 'once in a lifetime opportunity' for nature restoration. Yorkshire Wildlife…
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Cornish farm uses robotics to measure nature-friendly practices
A Cornish farmer is trialling different approaches to improve soil health while reducing erosion and flooding – and using robotics to help him…
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New guide identifies 33 tree species best suited for farms
A new guide has launched which identifies 33 tree and shrub species best suited for planting on agricultural land. Hornbeam, beech, goat willow and…
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'Hammer blow' to farmers as CS Higher Tier delayed until mid-2025
Reports that the already delayed Countryside Stewardship Higher Tier scheme is now unlikely to open until mid-2025 is 'another hammer blow' to…
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