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Labour's compulsory purchase plan 'another attack' on countryside
Rural campaigners have criticised the government’s proposed changes to compulsory purchase orders as 'another attack' on the countryside. The…
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'Do not wait': Agronomist offers advice after cancer diagnosis at 42
An agronomist who was diagnosed with cancer after noticing a small lump in his neck has urged people working in farming to act quickly should they…
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Farmer confidence deteriorates even further to hit record low levels
Farmer confidence has hit historically low levels, bypassing the record lows set last year, as Defra's closure of the Sustainable Farming Incentive…
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Farmers' Choir raises over £56,000 for agricultural charity RSABI
A performance by the Farmers’ Choir in Aberdeenshire has raised over £56,000 in much-needed funds for Scottish agriculture charity RSABI. Compered by…
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Hope for paralysed farmer after ground-breaking UK trial
A Bedfordshire farmer paralysed after an accident seven years ago has new hope for the future after taking part in a breakthrough UK trial. Sarra…
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Campaigners launch survey for farmers to 'save small abattoirs'
Farmers are being encouraged to take part in a survey gathering evidence showing the role small abattoirs play and how closures have impacted rural…
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Farming charities launch survey as support 'needed more than ever'
Farming charities are seeking the views of farmers to ensure support continues to meet the evolving needs of the industry, as help is 'needed more…
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Survey exploring flood impact on farmer mental health extended
An important survey exploring the impacts of flooding and drought on the mental health of farmers has been extended in order to gather in more…
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Public raise over £40k for Devon family farm hit by bird flu
The public have raised over £40,000 for a Devon farmer who was forced to cull 5,000 chickens following a case of highly pathogenic bird flu. Jerry…
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VR hazard perception test addresses training gap for tractor drivers
A new virtual reality hazard perception test has been developed to address the training gap for tractor drivers, aiming to cut road incidents…
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