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Scottish farmers urged to participate in review of worker visa scheme
Scottish farmers who use seasonal labour are being urged to participate in a review of the visa scheme following adverse impacts such as Brexit and…
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Pig disease warning after EU import checks delayed for fifth time
The new delay to checks on food imports from the EU leaves the UK pig herd exposed to potentially devastating diseases like African swine fever, the…
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NFU warns Defra to get 'policy right, and soon' after SFI launch delay
The NFU has slammed the delay of the Sustainable Farming Incentive's (SFI) roll out as 'unacceptable', with the union urging Defra to get 'policy…
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Government delays Brexit food import checks for fifth time
The government has confirmed that the roll out of post-Brexit border controls on food and fresh products will be delayed for a fifth time, to next…
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Banks 'must do more' to help farmers through financial storm
Banks must do more to help farmers get through the financial storm affecting all enterprises, the Ulster Farmers' Union (UFU) has said. A mix of…
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'Tough winter ahead' for dairy sector as financial pressure continues
The dairy sector has warned of a 'tough winter ahead' as the gap between farmgate milk and retail prices, as well as high input costs, continues to…
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Over 100 MPs urge retailers to add 'buy British' tabs to websites
More than 110 MPs have signed an open letter calling for supermarkets to back the nation’s farmers by adding ‘buy British’ tabs to their websites…
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Deadline for Countryside Stewardship applications extended
The application window for 2024 Countryside Stewardship Mid Tier agreements has been extended until 15 September following feedback from farmers…
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First made-in-Wales Agriculture Act receives Royal Assent
The first made-in-Wales Agriculture Act has received Royal Assent today, despite the post-Brexit bill attracting frequent criticism from the…
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Sheep sector warns of 'long winter' against backdrop of challenges
The government must 'work even harder' at supporting British farmers against a backdrop of challenges, including adverse weather conditions, global…
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