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New fund aims to help improve livestock health in Scotland
New funding to help improve the health and welfare of cattle and sheep is now available for Scottish farmers and crofters. Up to £1,250 is available…
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'Tough winter ahead' for dairy sector as financial pressure continues
The dairy sector has warned of a 'tough winter ahead' as the gap between farmgate milk and retail prices, as well as high input costs, continues to…
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Inheritance tax penalties increase by more than a third to £2.3m
Bereaved families are paying higher inheritance tax penalties, with £2.28m penalties raised in the last tax year, a Freedom of Information request…
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NI farmers risk losing future payments if they ignore scheme deadline
Farmers in certain areas of Northern Ireland risk losing future farm payments if they don’t sign up to the Soil Nutrient Health Scheme before the…
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Deadline for Countryside Stewardship applications extended
The application window for 2024 Countryside Stewardship Mid Tier agreements has been extended until 15 September following feedback from farmers…
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First made-in-Wales Agriculture Act receives Royal Assent
The first made-in-Wales Agriculture Act has received Royal Assent today, despite the post-Brexit bill attracting frequent criticism from the…
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First Milk posts 38% rise in turnover amid 'volatile market conditions'
First Milk has posted a 38% increase in turnover as the co-op's cheese business continues to grow amid 'volatile market conditions'. First Milk has…
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Food price inflation falls for fifth month in a row
Food inflation has declined for the fifth month in a row, as the cost of some staples, such as milk and sunflower oil, continue to come down. Data…
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Northern Irish farm payments scheduled for September
The Northern Irish government says it aims to pay Basic Payment Scheme (BPS) entitlements in the first week of September 2023. The Department of…
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Farm vets call for minimum milk price to ensure fairer deal for farmers
Experts from one of Europe’s largest veterinary groups are calling for greater government support for UK dairy farmers following a drastic fall in…
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