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Government announces new support for lowland agricultural peat
The government has announced new action to reduce peat carbon emissions and support farmers following recommendations from the Lowland Agricultural…
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At least £4.4bn a year needed for nature-friendly farming, charities say
At least £4.4 billion a year must be invested in nature-friendly farming by the government over the next decade to meet legally binding targets…
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Pig producers see 'more positivity' after two-years of crippling losses
There is 'more positivity' across the pig sector following two years of crippling losses, the National Pig Association (NPA) has said, although…
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Agri trade association warns Bank of England not to 'lock in' inflation
The Agricultural Industries Confederation (AIC) has warned the Bank of England not to 'lock in' inflation, as interest rates were hiked today for…
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New conditions for Scottish farm support to roll out from 2025
New conditions for support payments will be introduced from 2025 to help farmers tackle climate change, the Scottish government has announced…
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Farmers reminded of tax rules if offering summer festivals on land
Farmers are being reminded of a number of potential tax pitfalls to be aware of if offering festivals, concerts or other such events this summer on…
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Timeline of Northern Ireland's new farm support programme released
The timeline of Northern Ireland's new farm support has been released, with BPS payments set to remain unchanged for two more years. The Department…
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Inflation in agriculture in 'free fall' during first half of 2023
Inflation in agriculture has been in 'free fall' during the first half of 2023 after peaking at over 28 percent in 2022, new figures show. After…
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2023 'a pivot year' for farmers as BPS reduces by 35%
Financial experts have called 2023 a 'pivot year' for farmers as BPS reduces by 35% and then by 50% next year compared to 2020 rates. In its third…
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Expanded Sustainable Farming Incentive offer to roll out from August
The Sustainable Farming Incentive's (SFI) expanded offer will start accepting applications in a controlled rollout from August, the government has…
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