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UK 'woefully unprepared' to regulate pesticides after Brexit
The UK’s "lack of readiness" to regulate pesticides post-Brexit poses "major risks" to environment and human health, according to a new report. The…
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Farmers offered environmentally-friendly slug pellets at 50% discount
Farmers in Cheshire and North Wales are being offered the chance to switch to more environmentally-friendly slug pellets to help improve raw water…
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Blockchain could stop civil unrest triggered by commodity volatility, experts say
Using technology such as blockchain could prevent global civil unrest triggered by volatility in commodity markets, according to technology experts…
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NFU Scotland urges public to support farmers this Christmas
The Christmas period is the "perfect time" for the Scottish public to buy and support local, which in turn backs farmers and crofters. This festive…
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New hotspots of 'super rats' triggers farmer warning
Farmers have been advised to beware of new hotspots of 'super rats' that are resistant to rodenticides, a report says. In East Anglia and West…
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Beware of mis-selling in solar and storage markets, farmers told
Solar and battery storage are looking increasingly attractive as capital costs decline and energy prices rise, but farms should beware mis-selling in…
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Ag Bill amendment seeks to protect UK food and farming standards
MPs have told the Government to accept an amendment to the Agriculture Bill which stipulates that food products imported as part of any trade deal…
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Global food prices 'threatened' by trade war, disease and extreme weather
Threats from the US and China trade war, the growing risk of disease and extreme weather have threatened the global food price stability for 2019…
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New app helps farmers finish cattle to retailers’ specifications
A new app can help farmers finish cattle to retailers’ specifications with greater precision, avoiding lower prices for the farmer and waste in the…
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Slow progress on ensuring chemical safety post-Brexit, Committee finds
Unless the Government can negotiate continued UK participation in the EU’s chemical regulation system, chemicals registered by UK companies won’t be…
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