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Cumbrian commons face enclosure threat from MoD
Local and national organisations are campaigning to stop the Ministry of Defence from deregistering a vast area of land in Cumbria. The commons are…
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Farmland prices could drop after Brexit as subsidy payments fall
Farmland prices may drop after Britain leaves the European Union as agricultural subsidies 'diminish' causing many farmers to leave the industry. An…
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UK pig industry faces post-Brexit Chinese export delays
The UK pig industry could face delays in resuming exports to China unless the Government moves quickly to agree the conditions of post-Brexit export…
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Farmers Brexit concerns dominate general election manifestos
Brexit and the future of agriculture have dominated general election manifestos put forward by farming organisations. A range groups, farming unions…
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UK has opportunity to grow more fruit and veg domestically, NFU says
Government should be looking at the opportunity to grow more fruit and veg domestically rather than focusing on exports, according to the NFU. NFU’s…
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General election: FUW releases manifesto - 'Brexit will dominate'
The Farmers’ Union of Wales (FUW) has launched its 2017 General Election manifesto, outlining what it considers the priorities for the next UK…
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Brexit must not leave British farmers at a disadvantage, NFU says
British farmers must not be placed at a disadvantage compared to European counterparts as a result of leaving the EU, NFU President Meurig Raymond…
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CLA warns of rural catastrophe if Brexit talks fail
The Country Land and Business Association (CLA) has warned of a catastrophe for the rural economy unless Government negotiators secure the right…
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General election: Countryside Alliance releases 'rural charter'
The Countryside Alliance has produced a general election manifesto for the countryside which highlights several key issues. The rural organisation's…
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General election: BVA releases manifesto saying vets are 'vital' to post-Brexit UK
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has today launched its manifesto for the general election, saying that vets are vital in achieving high…
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