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Farmers raise £200,000 for air ambulance charity
Northern Irish farmers have reached their ambitious target of raising £200,000 for an air ambulance charity. The Ulster Farmers’ Union (UFU) has…
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Farmers suffer as basic mobile call not possible in third of rural homes
Farmers are being cut off from building businesses, accessing digital services and going about their daily lives due to inadequate phone signal and…
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Campaign to highlight importance of farmers' mental health
A week-long campaign which aims to highlight the importance of mental health for those who work in the farming industry has been launched. Poor…
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'Off the grid' Devon farm UK first to offer 'alpaca yoga'
An 'off the grid' farm in the Devon countryside has become the UK's first business to offer customers 'alpaca yoga'. Rosebud Alpacas, a self-styled…
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Rural sector welcomes clamp down on illegal encampments
The rural sector has welcomed proposals announced by Sajid Javid on illegal encampments on private land, which would make it easier for police…
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Danger of UV exposure to farmers' skin to be highlighted
The dangers of UV exposure to farmers' skin is set to be uncovered at the upcoming NFU Conference in Birmingham. According to a recent study by…
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Project to explore mental health of Scotland’s farmers
A newly launched research project is set to explore and enhance the mental wellbeing of the Scotland's farmers. Researchers are looking to work with…
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Agricultural businesses contribute 9 percent to all UK's SMEs
The agricultural industry contributes 9 percent of the UK's small and medium sized businesses, according to new figures. Recent data suggests that…
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Grant scheme offers £50,000 for new rural projects
People who live in rural areas across England and Wales have been reminded to apply for the Prince’s Countryside Fund grant scheme which has grants…
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Jeremy Clarkson reveals love of farming when away from 'punishing' schedule
Jeremy Clarkson has revealed his love for farming and conservation when he isn't participating in his 'punishing' television schedule. The Grand Tour…
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