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Scottish farmers launch ‘Pledge for Nature’ in wake of Brexit uncertainty
Farmers with an environmentally-friendly vision for the future of farming in Scotland have unveiled their ‘Pledge for Nature’ in the wake of Brexit…
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NFU raises 'serious concerns' over eligibility for Countryside Stewardship bridging payments
The NFU has criticised Defra for announcing that farmers with a 2017 Countryside Stewardship Mid-Tier agreement will receive bridging payments…
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Growers finding it difficult to recruit seasonal workers since Brexit vote
Three out of five growers are finding it more difficult to recruit seasonal workers as a result of the UK voting to leave the EU, new research shows…
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Vets raise concerns over lack of data on non-stun UK meat exports
The veterinary industry has criticised the government for not keeping data on how much non-stunned UK meat is exported. The British Veterinary…
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NFU calls for farmers affected by CS delays to receive bridging payments
The NFU has urged government to begin immediate bridging payments to farmers undertaking agri-environment schemes, as thousands still await payment…
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Farming union highlights 'stark contrasts' between EU and UK agri policy
A farming union has highlighted the "stark contrast" between EU and the UK future agricultural policy, calling the difference "worrying". The…
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£2.15m Brexit fund announced to help support Welsh red meat sector
A multi-million pound package of support to help the Welsh food industry prepare for Brexit has been announced today. First Minister Carwyn Jones has…
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EU farm groups round on Brussels calling for end to numerous uncertainties
Farm groups from across Europe attended a meeting in Brussels to urge the EU to minimise the "severe impact" numerous uncertainties could bring…
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Defra recruits 1,200 extra staff to help Brexit process
The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) has recruited 1,200 people to help the department get through Brexit. Defra has grown…
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Dedicate more resources in promoting British, pig industry tells Defra
The government must dedicate more resources in promoting British food abroad and securing new trade deals, according to the National Pig Association…
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