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UK trade deals soon come into force amid farming industry's concern
The UK's trade agreements with Australia and New Zealand will come into force at the end of May, amid growing concern for sensitive sectors like beef…
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Farmers on HS2 route must receive 'far greater clarity', MPs told
Farmers living and working on the planned high-speed rail route must receive 'far greater clarity' as work continues, the NFU has told MPs. The union…
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Farm leaders welcome upcoming Food Summit on 16 May
Farm leaders have welcomed news that the government will host a Food Summit later this month, with calls being made to make it an annual event. Last…
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HS2 bosses urged to resolve string of issues facing farmers
The NFU has written to HS2 bosses urging them to resolve issues on access, compensation and building delays ahead of the latest round of petitioning…
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Farmer confidence at lowest since start of pandemic, NFU warns
Farmer confidence is at its lowest since the start of the pandemic due to spiralling costs of production, the NFU has warned. The union's latest…
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NFU marathon team raises £30,000 to help African farmers
UK farm leaders who donned their running vests for the London Marathon have raised over £30,000 to help reduce poverty via agricultural projects in…
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New Defra plans offer support for farmers to boost water supply
New Defra plans have outlined further support for farmers to improve water supply, quality and management systems, but the NFU says more work is…
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Farm leaders cautiously welcome new UK-Asia trade deal
The UK has signed a trade agreement with 11 Asian and Pacific nations, with the deal offering better protection for British farmers than previous…
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NFU secures seasonal worker visa 'reset' for 2023
The government has updated its seasonal worker scheme guidance which includes a provision to allow returnee workers from 2022 to come back sooner in…
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Farmers urged to be vigilant over scammers pretending to be NFU
Farmers are being urged to be extra vigilant following reports of scam phone calls pretending to be from NFU Head Quarters. The union said it had…
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