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Defra unveils new SFI changes including increased payments and options
New changes to the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) for 2024 will be made, including increased payments and new options such as support for…
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UK authorities approve methane-reducing feed additive
Authorities in the UK have approved marketing for a methane-reducing feed additive currently available in 57 countries. DSM-Firmenich, a Dutch-Swiss…
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SFI farm walks a 'huge advantage' for future planning
Taking part in a Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) farm walk has been described by one farmer as a 'huge advantage' in planning for the future. GSC…
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NFU raises concern over proposed carbon levy on imported fertiliser
The NFU has raised fears over a new carbon levy on some products imported into the UK from 2027 as it could drive up prices for fertiliser. A union…
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Virtual fencing helps cattle underpin land restoration
The vital role of cattle in conservation is being highlighted in an ambitious project to transform a landscape and boost local ecology in south west…
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Welsh sheep farmers to help create EBV for methane yield
Farmers could soon have the option to breed sheep with a naturally low carbon footprint thanks to a new project creating an estimated breeding value…
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Disruption avoided as EU maintains UK biofuels assurance
Disruption to the UK biofuels market has been avoided as the EU has confirmed it will not implement major changes to its assurance scheme recognition…
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Farms in NVZs now able to apply for 2024 grassland derogation
Farmers with holdings within Nitrate Vulnerable Zones are now able to apply for an annual grassland derogation for their activities in 2024. The NVZ…
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Horticultural growers now have access to fund to help cut energy bills
The NFU has announced it has secured essential energy support for horticulture businesses, with calls continuing for the poultry sector to be…
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Call for Scots farmers to plan as slurry storage grant scheme soon opens
Scottish farmers who are considering erecting or upgrading slurry storage to meet new regulations are being told to start planning and preparing now…
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