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New homes on farms 'not a done deal'
Farmers with redundant buildings are on track to gain the rights to convert them for residential use. Following national consultation, from 6 April…
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Farmers alerted after muddy roads cause peak in accidents
Farmers and landowners have been issued advice on how to prevent excessive mud being left on roads, which can cause serious accidents. Prompted by…
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Living near brownfield land can damage health
People living near brownfield sites are significantly more likely to suffer from poor health than those living in areas with little or no brownfield…
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What are the consequences for livestock farmers after the floods?
With much of the UK having seen record levels of rainfall and extensive flooding of pastures and crops, James Ingles, Head of Agriculture at…
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Land-based engineering industry at the forefront of apprenticeship reform
The Institution of Agricultural Engineers (IAgrE) has joined forces with a number of top UK companies and industry associations to collectively…
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Flooding insurance claims 'to run into hundreds of millions'
As the flooding covering huge areas of farmland in the south of England and elsewhere caused by the record rainfall over the winter months recedes…
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Paterson announces plans to protect Somerset
Homes and businesses in Somerset will be better protected from the risk of flooding under a new action plan outlined by Environment Secretary Owen…
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Risk of flooding from groundwater remains
Water levels continue to fall on the Somerset Levels as the country’s largest ever pumping operation continues, but one severe flood warning remains…
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Banking crisis may still impact farmland prices
The banking crisis may still have a further and unforeseen impact on the UK's farming industry, according to accountants. With news that the…
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Perthshire flooding 'underlines need for action plan' - NFU
The NFU has used a visit to a flood-hit farmer in Perthshire to renew its call for key stakeholders to get round the table and start planning to…
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