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Sheep turn up at police HQ as part of 'authentic introduction to rural life'
Officers at Leicestershire Police welcomed three sheep to their headquarters as part of a training experience designed to acquaint them with rural…
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NFU Cymru and Ramblers urge public to follow Countryside Code
NFU Cymru has teamed up with Ramblers Cymru to encourage walkers in the countryside over the coming months to follow the Countryside Code. With bank…
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Cross-party group of MPs criticise current rural policy
The rural economy is nearly one-fifth less productive than the UK average due to a host of issues, including poor broadband connections and lack of…
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UK Shared Prosperity Fund could help rural areas, NFU says
Those living and working in the countryside could benefit from the government’s new UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF), the NFU says. The UK Shared…
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NFYFC to celebrate 90th year with anniversary ball
A summer ball is being organised by young farmers to celebrate the 90th anniversary of the National Federation of Young Farmers’ Clubs (NFYFC). The…
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Exit scheme opens to support farmers wishing to retire
The lump sum exit scheme has opened today for farmers wishing to leave the industry, in turn creating opportunities for new entrants. Farmers in…
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Society launches new award for Pembrokeshire farmers
Pembrokeshire Agricultural Society has launched a search for the county’s top progressive farmers as part of its new Baron de Rutzen Award. Farmer…
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UK researchers seek to improve rural knowledge exchange
UK researchers have won nearly half a million pounds in funding for a project seeking to improve knowledge exchange between rural businesses and…
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Royal Highland Show's storytelling installations attract thousands
Public witnessed show's history
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Retired farmer to cycle UK-wide in aid of farming charity
Self-described 'pensioner with knackered knees on a bike'
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