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CLA unveils new vision of post-Brexit farm support - the Land Management Contract
The CLA has unveiled a new vision of farm support after the UK leaves the EU, one which redeploys public money in a way that rewards farmers for…
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Farmers must earn future subsidies under new 'Green Brexit' plan, says Michael Gove
Future farm subsidies must be assessed on environmental and public benefits the land brings rather than simply how much land is owned, Defra…
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Rural Payments Agency sees significant increase in complaints
The Rural Payments Agency (RPA) has seen a significant increase in the volume of complaints recorded, according to government statistics. Queries…
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Union seeks court action over 'grossly unfair' cross compliance penalties
A farming union is seeking a second judicial review of a decision by the Northern Irish government to impose cross compliance penalties over an…
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Union secures greening rule change commitment from Scottish government
NFU Scotland has secured a commitment from the Scottish government that several rules associated with the Greening element of farm support will be…
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Fears of unanswered questions remain as Eustice announces new proposals for bovine TB
Farm minister George Eustice has outlined new proposals to catch bovine TB early on in herds, including the re-introduction of the Badger Edge…
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EU will only extend glyphosate if there is enough support
The EU has said it will only extend its approval of glyphosate if there is enough support from Member States. European Health and Food Safety…
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Food bodies sign letter urging protection for UK's 'world leading' food and farming
Twenty-six leading food and drink bodies from across the supply chain have issued a joint letter agreeing 10 priorities to protect UK food security…
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Welsh first minister 'frustrated' at UK lack of engagement over farm policy
Welsh First Minister Carwyn Jones said he is 'frustrated' over the UK government's lack of engagement with the devolved assembly following the June…
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Letter to Michael Gove calls for more agroforestry support
A letter has been sent by leading farming organisations to Defra Secretary Michael Gove explaining the benefits of agroforestry, which also calls for…
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