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Input cost inflation easing but volatility remains, AHDB says
The latest agricultural price index (API) shows that the rate of inflation in prices paid for goods and services has continued to ease, but…
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'Real worry' for farmers as Welsh government slashes rural budget
Welsh government's confirmation that the rural budget will be slashed by £37.5 million has been called a 'real worry' for the farming industry…
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New dedicated service for livestock market prices soon launches
A new dedicated service for livestock market prices offering the most up-to-date price trends will launch in the new year. The Livestock Auctioneers’…
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Lincolnshire farming charity sees 90% rise in calls to helpline
A Lincolnshire-based farming charity has seen a 90 percent rise in calls to its helpline, as farmers battle surging input costs and low prices. The…
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Rural homeowners told to be aware of septic tank law amid huge fine risk
Sewage discharge on land could catch out rural homeowners who aren’t aware of laws covering septic tanks, with fines of up to £100,000 possible…
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Water grants for farmers in Midlands soon closes for applications
Farmers have two weeks left to apply for this year's round of Severn Trent’s Environmental Protection Scheme (STEPS), offering up to £30,000 to…
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Farmland market plateaus after eight successive quarters of growth
The average value of agricultural land in England has plateaued following eight successive quarters of sustained growth, new research says. The…
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Flood-hit farmers in Scotland can now apply to £100,000 fund
Scottish farmers who were seriously hit by the recent flooding can now apply for support via RSABI's £100,000 flooding fund. The rural charity is…
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Changes made to Defra's slurry grants to make them more accessible
New changes have been announced for the second round of the Slurry Infrastructure Grant scheme, which will open for applications in November. Five…
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Farmers to protest at 30 retailer sites amid anger at unfair treatment
Farmers will protest at more than 30 retailer sites across the country as part of new coordinated action against low prices and unfair treatment…
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