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NI farmers impacted by proposed greenways should have rights 'safeguarded'
The Northern Irish farming industry has expressed concern over the process followed by local councils when negotiating the acquisition of land for…
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What two way radio 2018: A farmers’ guide
Success for the modern farming business is defined by efficiency and productivity - getting the most out of available resources while keeping a firm…
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5G projects to be rolled out in rural areas to progress agricultural industry
The government has announced £25m for 5G projects across the UK, with a focus on rural areas to help progress the agricultural industry. On the first…
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Former JLS-member discusses his passion for protecting the British countryside
JB Gill, formerly one quarter of boyband JLS, has spoken about his career change to become a farmer, revealing his passion for protecting the British…
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Consequences of not grazing uplands could include 'devastating impacts'
A farmer who herds five-hundred sheep has said the consequences of not grazing the uplands would include a "devastating impact" on the environment…
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Why British women should be proud to work in the 'biggest job in the world'
First generation farmer and blog writer Rachel Watling has spoken about why women in British farming should be proud to work in the "biggest job in…
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Scotland's upland farmers to receive letter offering 90 percent of LFASS payment
The majority of Scotland's hill farmers and crofters are due to receive letter offering 90 per cent of last year’s scheme payment over the coming…
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Government reneges commitment to make HS2 compulsory purchase 'fairer'
Rural property and business owners suffering from compulsory purchase on the HS2 rail route have been dealt a further blow from the Government. It…
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Calls backed to encourage building of new homes on farms to help farmers retire
The government has backed calls for flexibility to allow the building of new homes within existing farms to help farmers retire. The move will help…
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Agricultural society asks for poppies to remember those who fell during world wars
An agricultural society in Cumbria is asking people to hand make and donate poppies to honour and remember those who served in both world wars…
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