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Farmers could cash in on chicken feet exports to China after Brexit, Eustice says
British farmers could gain a financial advantage after Brexit by increasing exports of chicken feet to China, farming minister George Eustice has…
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Scottish politicians call for new '21st Century' crofting bill
The Scottish government has been asked to create a new crofting bill which "fully meets the needs of crofting communities in the 21st Century". In a…
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New Brexit coalition formed to unite the voice of agribusiness
A new coalition of agricultural businesses has been formed to give the Government advice on farming matters once the UK leaves the European Union…
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Dorset MP listens to local farmers and takes concerns to Government for reassurances
South Dorset MP Richard Drax has questioned Farming Minister George Eustice for assurances that food and farming are top priorities for the…
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Holyrood report says agricultural sector 'should cut emissions'
A Holyrood report has said agriculture is one of the biggest emitters of greenhouse gases but has one of the lowest climate change targets. It said…
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New strategic business review service helps farmers prepare for Brexit
Rural consultant Brown & Co has introduced a new service to help individual farmers and agricultural businesses prepare for the possible impacts of…
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Hammond defends 'fair' National Insurance hike amid heavy criticism from farmers
Chancellor Philip Hammond has defended plans for a two per cent rise in National Insurance for self-employed workers - arguing it makes the system…
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New think tank created to explore the impact of Brexit solely on farming sector
A new think-tank has been created to explore the impact of Brexit solely on the food, farming and environmental sectors. Agricultural and…
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Spring Budget: Rural sector's reaction to Hammond's 'new chapter' for Britain
Chancellor Philip Hammond has used his first Budget to help prepare Britain for a "new chapter" in its history after Brexit. Described as an "upbeat"…
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Union writes to UK farming ministers over fears devolved goverments are drifting apart
The Farmers’ Union of Wales (FUW) has written to all UK agricultural ministers urging them to move forward in terms of developing a UK framework for…
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