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£1.8m scheme to boost nature-friendly farming in Wales' national parks
Farmers in Wales's national parks will benefit from a new £1.8m government scheme to support nature-friendly farming and landscape conservation. The…
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Arla holds milk price for May but warns of 'turbulence'
Arla has announced that its milk price for British farmer suppliers will stay the same for May 2025, warning of a 'turbulent' outlook. The…
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First Milk cuts June price in first drop since December 2024
UK-based dairy processor First Milk has announced that its milk price will reduce for June, the first downward movement since December 2024. The 0.5p…
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Legal challenge filed over FSA's meat inspection charge hike
A legal challenge has been filed in the High Court over the Food Standards Agency’s (FSA) controversial rise in meat inspection charges introduced in…
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NFU urges election candidates to back British farming amid challenges
The NFU is calling on candidates in the local elections to show their support for British farming, particularly over changes to inheritance tax…
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Meat prices continue to climb, new report warns
Fresh meat prices have surged once again, with year-on-year inflation hitting 11.53% in April 2025 and a monthly increase of 3.48%. A new report…
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Lib Dems to force vote aimed at halting 'cruel' cuts to farm payments
Peers are preparing to table a 'fatal motion' in the Lords in a bid to overturn the government’s plans to accelerate deep cuts to farmers’ direct…
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Calls for 'swift action' as NI government pledges sheep support scheme
Northern Irish farmers are urging the local government to 'move swiftly' on any sheep support scheme following a new ministerial commitment. The…
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Environment Agency proposes fee hikes for farmers' permits
The Environment Agency has launched a public consultation on proposals to increase a range of regulatory charges in response to rising operational…
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Agriculture students urged to apply for grants to support studies
Agriculture students in England and Wales are being encouraged to apply for financial support to help cover the cost of their studies. The Deakin and…
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