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Fairburn's 'bed and breakfast' scheme launched to help crisis-hit egg sector
Fairburn’s Eggs has launched an industry-first 'bed and breakfast' scheme to provide egg producers financial aid as the sector battles a triple…
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Farmers urged to apply for Severn Trent's £30k water grants
Farmers in the Midlands are being encouraged to apply for grants of up to £30,000 for on-farm improvements that will help reduce water quality…
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Retailers to blame for ongoing egg shortages, NFU Scotland says
A failure by supermarket chains to deliver a price boost to farmers struggling with costs has been blamed for the shortage on eggs on shelves. This…
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Autumn Statement: Range of new tax measures will impact farmers
The Chancellor delivered few surprises in the Autumn Statement as he attempted to balance the books by targeting higher earners and those who receive…
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Wynnstay acquires feed manufacturer Tamar Milling for £1.4m
Agricultural supplies group Wynnstay has announced the acquisition of Tamar Milling, a manufacturer and supplier of blended feed products, for £1.4m…
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UK inflation hits four-decade high with food and energy key drivers
The UK’s annual inflation rate has risen to 11.1% in October - a new four-decade high - with food and energy remaining the key drivers. The Consumer…
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Irish farm leaders praise British Wool for wool prices
Irish farm leaders have hailed British Wool as an example of collective marketing, praising the co-operative for its success in improving prices for…
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Producers see losses increase to £26-£28 per pig, estimates show
Producers are losing £26-28 per pig slaughtered as the sector continues to see drastic increases in feed, energy and fuel prices. As a result, the…
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'Ag zone' created in Lincolnshire and Rutland to boost farming sector
An 'agricultural growth zone' has been established to support the growth of Lincolnshire and Rutland’s agricultural sector. The new 'ag zone' aims to…
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UK grocery price inflation soars toward 15% to new record
UK grocery price inflation soared toward 15% during the past month to a new record, according to data by Kantar. Now standing at 14.7% for October…
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