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AHDB and ITN launch new programme dispelling myths around livestock
A new programme aiming to showcase the importance of livestock and the role the sector plays in feeding the population sustainably has launched. AHDB…
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Government must 'focus massively' on infrastructure to reach net zero
The UK is going to have to 'focus massively' on infrastructure if it is to cope with climate change and the drive to net zero. This is according to…
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Grants of up to £30k for Scottish farmers hit by severe flooding
Scottish farmers who were impacted by severe flooding this autumn will be able to apply for grants of up to £30,000 to help repair man-made flood…
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Second round of slurry infrastructure scheme opens offering £74m grants
Defra has announced a further £74 million to help farmers invest in improved slurry infrastructure to tackle water pollution and improve air quality…
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Last chance for Midland farmers to apply for £30,000 water grants
Farmers in the Midlands are being reminded they have just over one month to apply to Severn Trent’s Environmental Protection Scheme (STEPS). Severn…
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NFU letter signed by 1,800 farmers calls for more action on flooding
Political leaders have been urged by nearly 1,800 farmers and growers to 'immediately' outline plans to protect agricultural businesses from…
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Six firms awarded £100k each to spearhead sustainable livestock slurry
Six Northern Irish companies have each been awarded funding of £100,000 to take forward projects looking at the sustainable utilisation of livestock…
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Large baling contractors could be hit by plastic packaging tax
Large-scale baling contractors could be at risk of fines from HMRC due to non-payment of the plastic packaging tax (PPT), with many unaware they are…
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£3,000 grants for Scottish farms impacted by Storm Babet
Scottish farming businesses who can provide evidence that their ability to trade was severely impacted by flooding related to Storm Babet can apply…
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Government revises energy efficiency targets for horticulture and poultry
Horticulture and poultry businesses will benefit from an extension to the climate change agreement (CCA) scheme after a new target period was…
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