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Scottish farmers to challenge the creation of new national parks
Farmers in Scotland are set to meet tomorrow to discuss mounting concerns surrounding the creation of new national parks in the country. Following a…
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Global wheat production to fall by 13% due to fungal disease wheat blast
Further spread of the fungal disease wheat blast could reduce global production of the key crop by 13% until 2050, researchers warn. An international…
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Red Tractor protects access to EU's biofuels market for Crops membership
Farmers will have continued access to the biofuels market after the EU said it would recognise Red Tractor under the Renewable Energy Directive…
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NFU Cymru raises 'profound concerns' over future viability of hill farming
NFU Cymru has expressed 'profound concerns' for the future viability of farming in Less Favoured Areas in light of Welsh government’s scheme…
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Researchers produce most comprehensive map of hedgerows in England
Researchers have used cutting-edge technology to produce the most comprehensive map of hedgerows in England. Scientists at the UK Centre for Ecology…
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Defra's latest Farm Productivity Grant to help farmers reduce fossil fuel use
Defra's latest Farm Productivity Grant is set to help farmers wanting to reduce fossil fuel use, improve energy resilience and reduce electric bills…
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Environment Agency launches consultation on increased permit charges
A consultation on proposed increases to the Environment Agency’s (EA) water quality permit charges has been launched today. The EA funds its…
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Last call for farmers to participate in this year's Big Farmland Bird Count
Farmers and landowners are being encouraged to participate in this year's Big Farmland Bird Count, which commences later this week. With just days to…
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Landowners urged to take advantage of new biodiversity development rules
A natural capital expert has highlighted the opportunities for landowners to diversify into habitat provision services in light of a new government…
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Agronomists warn of 'unforeseen consequences' with roll out of SFI
'Unforeseen consequences' of the post-Brexit Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) are a major concern for independent agronomists, an industry…
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