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Interest rate increase ‘bitter blow’ for farming industry
The Bank of England’s latest interest rate increase has been described as a “bitter blow” to the farming industry. The Bank of England has raised its…
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‘Farmers are fortifying their farms’: Rural crime costs UK £44.5m in 2017
Farmers are “fortifying” their farms in the face of an increased threat from “repeated and determined” criminals. The startling comments follow the…
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Farmers voice concerns around lack of clarity in Welsh Government public goods approach
NFU Cymru has voiced concerns around proposals to replace the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) in Wales after Brexit. The proposals, contained within…
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Proposed change to water leakage allowances could save Scottish farmers thousands
A proposed change to water leakage allowances could save farmers thousands of pounds following the persistence of Scottish landowners. Landowner…
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Farmers told to be aware of farm income plunge following summer drought
Farmers have been told to be aware as farm incomes could face a sharp drop this autumn due to the summer drought. The drought means arable yields…
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EU farmers to receive advanced payments as continent grapples with extreme weather
Farmers in the EU will be able to receive payments in advance and more flexibility as they grapple with the difficulties of extreme droughts. The…
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Higher dairy returns now at risk, reveals new report
Milk prices – and therefore farm returns – have improved sharply over the past year but higher feed costs pose a risk, according to new analysis. The…
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Yorkshire Day: North Yorkshire second in UK on area most reliant on farming
Yorkshire sits at near-top of the list of areas in the UK whose economies are the most reliant on the agricultural sector. Yorkshire Day is being…
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Farmers call for relaxation of regulations following drought summit
The farming industry is calling for regulations to relax during the drought to help mitigate the impact of the ongoing heatwave. The prolonged…
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Poultry business featured on Hairy Bikers up for sale for £34,000
A poultry breeding business that featured on the BBC series Hairy Bikers Chicken and Egg has been put on the market by its founder. Charlotte's…
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