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England's tenanted farming sector to be scrutinised by MPs
The role played by tenant farmers in England - and how it can be consolidated - will be scrutinised by a cross-party group of MPs. The Environment…
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High Court rejects legal challenge over use of fast-growing broiler chickens
The High Court has rejected a legal challenge over the use of fast-growing broiler chickens, after animal welfare campaigners raised concerns over…
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New Tenant Farming Forum must not disregard need for change, sector warns
The government has been warned not to use the establishment of a new Tenant Farming Forum to push real change into the long grass. The establishment…
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Welsh farm leaders slam 'missed opportunities' in Wales' Ag Bill
Welsh farm leaders have expressed disappointment at "missed opportunities" in the country's Agricultural Bill, as it progressed through the scrutiny…
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New government body to monitor food security in Scotland
A new government body has been established to monitor food security in Scotland and to prepare for any potential future disruptions. The new Food…
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Council to vote on motion to support local farmers in face of meat bans
Rural campaigners are backing a motion which will see Cornwall Council support local farmers in the face of meat bans elsewhere in the UK. The…
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Two-thirds of farmers 'not confident' about future of UK food production
Over two-thirds of British farmers are 'not confident' about the future of UK food production, a new survey undertaken by hundreds of farmers has…
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Government pledges to review supply chain fairness in egg sector
The government has pledged to review supply chain fairness in the egg sector, with industry leaders welcoming the development. A review will be…
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Natural England and APHA workers strike over pay dispute
Natural England and APHA workers are striking in a dispute over pay, job losses and redundancy terms, following previous action in March. In addition…
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Government unveils raft of pledges to boost UK farming amid food summit
The government has pledged to commit to farmers' interests in future trade deals, as well as boost UK fruit and vegetable production, as part of a…
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