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Cages for laying hens could be phased out by 2032 under new welfare plans
The use of cages for laying hens could be ended by 2032 and painful practices on lambs tightened under new government plans announced today…
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Chlorinated chicken row as US seeks leverage over stalled UK tech pact
Britain is facing renewed pressure from the White House to allow American chlorinated chicken and hormone-treated meat into UK supermarkets, as…
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Cages and crates targeted in sweeping farm welfare reforms
Farmers are being urged to prepare for far-reaching changes to livestock systems as the government sets out what it describes as the biggest overhaul…
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British Lion eggs to invest £1.5m in major 2026 marketing push
British Lion eggs will invest £1.5m in a major new marketing campaign in 2026, as the egg sector looks to capitalise on shifting eating habits and…
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Turkey farmers bring forward processing as bird flu fears intensify
Turkey producers in the East of England have been processing their Christmas birds earlier than usual this year as they try to stay ahead of avian…
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NFU calls on families to choose local turkeys amid surge in direct farm sales
British turkey farmers are urging households to make home-grown poultry the centrepiece of their festive table as #BuyMyTurkey Day returns for its…
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Organic producers face new feed restrictions under Defra shake-up
Organic poultry and pig producers face significant changes from 1 January 2026 as Defra confirms new restrictions on the use of non-organic protein…
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Family outrage after farm worker dies for 'cost of a 50p screw'
A grieving family say their loved one lost his life “for the cost of a 50 pence screw” after a fatal machinery failure at a Cumbrian farm that has…
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Rising bird flu sparks fears of festive turkey shortages
A sharp rise in bird flu cases is casting new uncertainty over Christmas poultry supplies, with industry leaders warning that festive stocks could…
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Producers demand safeguards as Ukrainian egg volumes spike
Producers have urged ministers to take immediate action after a sharp rise in Ukrainian egg imports raised fears that British free range producers…
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