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NFU Scotland to host major EU referendum debate on 19th May
NFU Scotland is to host a major debate on Britain’s future in the European Union ahead of the in/out referendum taking place on Thursday, 23 June…
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What does the EU referendum mean for regulation and innovation in UK food and farming?
What does the EU referendum mean for regulation and innovation in UK food and farming? That is the question being asked by the Crop Protection…
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Co-operative sends letter to EU Commission asking for clarification on crop breeding techniques
Faced with increasing challenges and the need to develop new varieties, EU cooperative Copa & Cogeca have today sent a letter to the EU Commission…
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EU Agricultural Commissioner and UKIP MEP to address Welsh farmers in Open Meeting
Welsh farmers will have the opportunity to hear the views of the EU Agricultural Commissioner, Phil Hogan and UKIP Member of the European Parliament…
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Union emphasises importance of appointed minister responsible for farming affairs
The Farmers’ Union of Wales (FUW) has emphasised the importance of appointing a dedicated minister with responsibilities for farming and rural…
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Farmers and landowners account for 28% of all independent renewable projects in 2015
Farmers and landowners built 209 new projects in 2015 with a combined capacity of 56MW, providing valuable new revenue streams, often on low-quality…
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Environment Secretary makes 'strong case' to stay in the EU to sheep farmers at wide-ranging meeting
The National Sheep Association (NSA) says it was 'encouraged by the clear responses' given by Elizabeth Truss, Secretary of State for Environment…
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'Farm rents are falling but need to come down more', warns Tenant Farmers' Association
The Tenant Farmers Association (TFA) has produced evidence showing reductions in farm rents are occurring but that there is a need for these to go…
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'Food and farming are central to the local economy', says Ulster Farmers' Union to election hopefuls
The Ulster Farmers’ Union has sent a copy of its manifesto to all those standing for election to remind them that farming and food are central to the…
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British Film Institute to release 'Rural Life', a look into rural times of the past
This month, the British Film Institute (BFI) is set to announce Rural Life, the release of 850 archive titles to contribute to the hugely successful…
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