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Farmers seek rethink of Scotland's muirburn regime
NFU Scotland has urged ministers to postpone September’s muirburn licensing regime, warning that its practical requirements could hinder vegetation…
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UK farm unions demand tougher Brazilian meat safeguards
The UK should suspend Brazilian beef and poultry imports unless exporters can prove compliance with antibiotic safeguards, the NFU has said. The…
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Drought-hit farmers demand reservoir planning shake-up
Farmers are struggling to drought-proof their businesses because planning delays and five-figure approval costs are holding up urgently needed…
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UK meat shipments face rejection under French border rules
British meat consignments could be turned away at the French border under new inspection rules, a leading industry body has warned. The requirements…
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External review ordered after 51 cattle shot in County Tyrone
An external review has been ordered into a DAERA operation near Fivemiletown, County Tyrone in which 51 cattle were shot dead. The operation took…
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More than 700 farms and crofts to share over £14 million
More than 700 Scottish farming and crofting businesses are set to share £14.25 million for equipment, infrastructure and environmental improvements…
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Sheep sales at risk under tighter livestock transport limits
Major sheep sales, breeding movements and abattoir routes could be disrupted if tighter European livestock journey rules are adopted in the UK, the…
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Farm leaders demand action over Brazilian beef import risk
Farm leaders have warned that Brazilian meat affected by tighter European Union requirements could be redirected to the UK unless ministers act. The…
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Defra Secretary faces calls for faster planning and abstraction reform
Farm leaders have urged the government to ease water and planning restrictions as worsening drought conditions threaten food production across…
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'Government is playing with fire' over moorland burning ban
Ministers are facing renewed criticism over restrictions on controlled moorland burning as campaigners warn that the policy could leave parts of the…
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