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'We’re not happy': Wales' First Minister concerned over ag funding change
Wales' First Minister has repeated concerns voiced by farm leaders over changes to future funding support rules for Welsh agriculture. Eluned…
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Public 'has choice' between lower waiting lists and farm 'tax break'
The prime minister has said 'there is a choice' between NHS waiting lists coming down and maintaining the agricultural property tax relief for…
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NI sheep sector calls for urgent support as ewe numbers fall
The Northern Irish sheep sector has called for urgent support following the release of figures showing a substantial drop in ewe numbers. The…
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PM claims farming 'top of agenda' after controversial Defra comments
The prime minister has said farming is 'top of the agenda' following comments by the Defra minister claiming farmers were 'not high up on the pecking…
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Scotland's sustainable farming payments extended until 2026
Scottish farmers will be able to continue to access payments to carry out soil analysis, carbon audits, and animal health and welfare interventions…
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Farms told to strengthen financial planning amid economic uncertainty
Farmers are being encouraged to strengthen their financial planning, as interest rates remain high despite a reduction in the Bank of England base…
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Northern Irish farm workers set to see minimum wage increases
The Agricultural Wages Board for Northern Ireland has announced proposed rises to the minimum wage rates for agricultural workers. The Board proposes…
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Young farmers warn MPs of uncertain future due to IHT measures
Young farmers have issued stark warnings about their future in British farming as the government shows no sign of reversing its inheritance tax…
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Pig farmers' margins halve in final quarter of 2024
Pig farmers' average net margins almost halved in the final quarter of 2024, against the backdrop of rising feed costs and lower pig prices. Average…
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Price gap between NI and GB beef prices now 'untenable'
The persistent price difference between Northern Ireland and Great Britain beef prices is putting Northern Irish producers at a 'severe…
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