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Figures show falling farm input costs
The average cost of inputs into agriculture has fallen, the latest AF AgInflation Index figures have shown. The figures for August 2013 - August 2014…
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Pressure on milk prices: Dairy Crest to cut 260 jobs
Dairy Crest will close two factories, in what it calls a 'challenging trading environment', which will put 260 jobs at risk. "Our Dairies operations…
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Extra help unveiled to get farmers online for BPS
The Rural Payments Agency has announced measures to help farmers get online for the new Basic Payment Scheme (BPS). Farmers applying in 2015 for the…
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English sheep exports to China hold 'huge benefits' for industry
Gaining access to the Chinese market for lamb produced in England would be a 'game-changer' for the industry and help manage price volatility…
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Realise ram investment post sale
Farmers who have purchased rams at this year’s Cydectin Kelso Ram Sale are reminded to manage their performance post sale to maximise returns from…
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Europe backs UK dairy but 'more to do'
NFU dairy board chairman Rob Harrison, working with European farmer colleagues, has convinced the European Commission to include the UK’s cheese…
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Arla scheme aims to help farmers' efficiency
A new three-year sustainable dairy farming initiative, involving up to 3,000 British farmers has been launched by Arla Foods. It is part of the…
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Grass roots approach helps boost milk yields
A seed mixture designed to maximise the grazing period for cows has contributed to an increase in profitability for Andrew and Margaret Smith, who…
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Plaid demands action on milk prices
Shadow Agriculture Minister Llyr Gruffydd AM has called on the Welsh Government to act in response to deepening difficulties in the milk sector…
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Loss of Scottish free range contracts a 'devastating blow'
The Scottish chicken industry has been dealt another damaging blow as all four free range producers contracted to Hook 2 Sisters, the dominant…
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