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'Huge relief' as EU confirms extension to grace period for vet medicines
A three year long extension to the grace period for veterinary medicines has been granted by the European Commission, albeit for a final time. It…
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Defra sets out new legally binding environment targets
Legally binding targets to protect the environment have been set out by Defra, including increasing woodland cover to 16.5% of total land area in…
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Increase in seasonal workers visas a step forward, NFU says
The increase in seasonal workers visas is a step forward and will be a relief for growers struggling to find a skilled workforce, the NFU says…
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Government announces 45,000 new visas for seasonal workers
The government has announced 45,000 new visas for seasonal workers for horticultural businesses next year as the sector struggles with labour…
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Seven trends for farmers and landowners to watch in 2023
The economic downturn, the shifting sands of farm policy, climate change, the biodiversity crisis and soaring input prices are likely to be critical…
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Direct payments in Wales to remain the same for two years
Direct payments in Wales will remain at the same level for two more years, the Welsh government has confirmed. A total budget of £238m will be…
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Importance of soil health to be investigated by MPs
The importance of soil health to growing food, promoting biodiversity and reducing emissions will be investigated by MPs during a parliamentary…
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Over 50 groups call for 'bold and decision action' on ELMS
Over 50 organisations are calling for 'bold and decisive action' from the government to raise the ambition of the Environmental Land Management…
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Government agrees to bolster protection of farmland in Levelling Up Bill
The government has agreed to include food security and better protection for agricultural land in the new National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF)…
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Survey to gauge impact of surging input costs on Scottish farming
NFU Scotland has launched its intentions survey to gauge the impact of soaring input costs on future food production plans. The survey has opened as…
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