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Young farmers called upon to share the 'true message' of NFYFC
The NFYFC has called on all YFC members to help share the 'true message' of YFC after a minority displayed antisocial behaviour during the Annual…
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Reform needed to increase land available to new entrants, report says
A new report has been released examining reforms needed to increase the amount of agricultural land available to new entrants in Scotland. The report…
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Brexit 'biggest challenge' for agriculture on Scottish Highlands and Islands
Agriculture in the Scottish Highlands and Islands could be faced with significant challenges post-Brexit, a new report has warned. The report…
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Three in four Brits feel overwhelmed by stress, new report shows
Three in four British people feel so overwhelmed by stress that they are unable to cope with everyday tasks, according to a new research. The report…
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56 MPs call on government to act on rural connectivity
More than 50 MPs have urged the government to act on mobile connectivity in rural areas, with operators criticised for failing to resolve poor…
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Government criticised for failing to highlight opportunities in rural areas
The government has been criticised for failing to reflect the opportunities the countryside holds and that current planning policy is holding back…
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Ofcom told to challenge mobile network operators on improving rural 4G
Ofcom has been urged to present a stronger challenge to mobile network operators on improving 4G coverage in the countryside. In its response to the…
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Children raised on farms grow up to be more 'stress-resilient', study suggests
Children raised on farms and in the rural environment grow up to have more stress-resilient immune systems and have a lower risk to mental illness…
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NFU secures 'crucial victories' for farmers affected by HS2
The NFU has secured a number of "crucial victories" for its members affected by Phase 2a of HS2, including interim payments for temporary possession…
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Industry appeals for action as small abattoirs run risk of closing down
Small abattoirs across the UK run the risk of closing down, with the decline running against the growing public demand for local, traceable food…
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