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Bovine TB outbreaks causing 'serious human impacts'
A new report has put in the spotlight the devastating impacts that bovine tuberculosis (bTB) has on UK farmers’ health and wellbeing. The report…
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New extended weather bulletin for Welsh farmers on S4C
Welsh television channel S4C has announced an expansion of its weather service specifically for the agricultural industry. The bulletin will be…
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'Best-ever' support package announced for Open Farm Sunday 2025
Organisers of the annual Open Farm Sunday are offering what they call is the 'best-ever support package' for farmer hosts of this year's event in…
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Mental health nurse awarded scholarship to address suicide in farming
A mental health nurse hopes to offer helpful insights into what more can be done to prevent suicides in British farming by embarking on an…
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New study to look at health and wellbeing of women in UK farming
The health and wellbeing of women in British farming - including potential gender-specific stressors and barriers to support - will be the focus of…
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Farmhouse breakfast events in Wales aim to raise thousands for charity
A series of farmhouse breakfast events across Wales are currently underway to raise thousands of pounds for charities while promoting local food…
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New firearm licensing fees to increase by up to 157%
The Home Office has published its new fee structure for firearms licensing, with increases varying between 111% and 157% on current fees. The new fee…
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Rare centuries-old slate shard fences crop up on Lake District farms
Rare, centuries-old slate shard fences are once more features of the farming landscape in the Lake District following careful restoration by farmers…
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British farmers' efforts to be hailed at Ripon Cathedral service
Farmers' efforts in producing food for the nation will be celebrated at Ripon Cathedral’s Plough Sunday Service, taking place this weekend. The event…
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The Archers to address farm inheritance tax after BBC backlash
The BBC is set to address farmers’ inheritance tax in The Archers after coming under fire from rural campaigners for appearing to dodge the issue. So…
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