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Research shows this year's severe weather has had profound impact on farmers
Concern over adverse and extreme weather has doubled within a year for agricultural businesses, according to new research. The UK’s economy has taken…
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Scottish farmers urged to prioritise 2018 Single Application Forms
Scottish farmers and crofters have been urged to complete the 2018 Single Application Forms with less than one week to apply. The online application…
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UK milk prices held back by lower milk solids
UK milk prices are being held back mainly as a result of a lower number of solids in the milk compared to other EU dairy producing nations. Recent…
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Feed company invests £2m in plant to drive efficiency
A national supplier of ruminant animal feed has invested £2m in its Cheshire based plant, increasing production from 26 tonnes to 44 tonnes per hour…
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£6m scheme to encourage next generation of farmers launched
A £6m scheme to develop the next generation of farmers is open for applications from today, the Welsh government has confirmed. The scheme offers…
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Farmers should get paid to deliver animal welfare outcomes, vets say
The British Veterinary Association has urged government to deliver its promises of an animal welfare stewardship programme to financially support…
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Post-Brexit trade barriers threaten UK food supply, report warns
Post-Brexit trade barriers threaten to disrupt food trade with the EU and increase costs for consumers, according to a new report from the House of…
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Meadow Foods increases June milk price by 1 pence
UK-based dairy processor Meadow Foods has announced it will increase its June milk price by 1 pence per lite. This will bring its standard A milk…
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Landowners 'missing out' on healthy returns in forestry sector
Farmers and landowners have been told they are missing out on healthy returns in the forestry sector, which has been boosted by tax incentives and…
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Rural businesses urged to confirm PSC Register details to avoid penalties
Rural businesses have been urged to act on Company House reminders that require people to ensure that the register of those with significant control…
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