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Farmers warned: vaccinate now or face bluetongue fertility losses
Farmers are being urged to act now and vaccinate cattle against bluetongue before the full impact of the disease hits herds later this year. Industry…
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Unlimited fines introduced as tougher dog attack laws come into force
Farmers are set to benefit from tougher new laws on dog attacks, with unlimited fines and stronger police powers now in force across England and…
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UK farmers on alert as foot and mouth case confirmed in Greece
UK farmers are being urged to remain on high alert after a case of foot and mouth disease (FMD) was confirmed in Greece. The outbreak, identified on…
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Dartmoor grazing ruled unlawful in High Court blow to management system
The High Court has ruled Dartmoor’s grazing management unlawful — a decision that could have significant implications for farmers grazing livestock…
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142-acre Wye Valley livestock farm hits market for £950,000
A 142-acre livestock farm in the Wye Valley has come onto the market with a guide price of £950,000. Dernol Farm, located at Llangurig near…
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Lamb welfare proposals could raise costs and strain vets, says union
Proposed changes to lamb castration and tail docking rules could create new welfare risks and practical challenges for sheep farmers, the Farmers’…
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MP pushes for labels on meat from non-stun slaughter
Meat from animals slaughtered without stunning should be clearly labelled, a Conservative MP has said, as she pushes for new rules aimed at improving…
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More than 20% hike in vet inspection fees sparks abattoir concerns
Rising inspection charges from the Food Standards Agency (FSA) could place further strain on the UK’s struggling abattoir sector, livestock groups…
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Home Office grants final visa extension for overseas sheep shearers
The Home Office has granted a one-year extension allowing overseas sheep shearers to work in the UK after warnings that millions of sheep could go…
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New strategy unveiled to boost Welsh lamb and beef industry
Wales’ red meat industry has unveiled a new four-year strategy aimed at boosting sales, strengthening sustainability and expanding the global…
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