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Survey launched to identify NI farming sector's investment needs
Northern Irish farmers are being encouraged to take part in a government survey aiming to identify the industry's future investment needs. The…
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Farmers across England invited to join free programme of support
Farming families across England are being invited to join a free programme of support, offering advice on business and environmental management. Now…
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Farmers’ income from diversification enterprises rises to 13%
British farmers’ income from diversification enterprises has risen to 13% of turnover in 2023, new research from NFU Mutual reveals. The 1% rise from…
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Autumn Statement: NFU warns of 'pressure points' on farm businesses
The NFU has written to the Chancellor outlining its key asks ahead of the Autumn Statement, warning that there are 'pressure points' on farming…
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New round of CS Facilitation Fund worth £2.5m opens for farmers
The eighth round of the Countryside Stewardship Facilitation Fund - worth £2.5 million - has opened for applications today, Defra has announced. The…
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UK pig producers see second biggest price decline of 2023
The UK pig price continue to fall, according to the latest figures, albeit at a slower pace than the declines taking place in major EU pork producing…
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Survey shows native breed opportunity for farmers to curb input cost jikes
Choosing native breed livestock could offer farmers an opportunity to insulate against hikes in feed and supplement costs, according to campaigners…
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NFU calls for improvements in SFI process as early payments issued
The NFU has called for improvements to the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) application process as early payments were issued this week. The first…
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Emergency cuts to Wales' rural affairs budget 'a significant blow' to farmers
Emergency cuts to Wales' rural affairs budget has been called 'a significant blow' to farmers during a time of policy transition and financial…
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First farmers receive Sustainable Farming Incentive early payment
The first farmers to sign up to the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) have now received their first payment, Defra has confirmed. The early…
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