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Spring lamb prices 'not good enough', says UFU
Prices for new season lamb fail to reflect the impact of the stronger euro, which should be delivering better returns for producers, according to…
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Defra announces simplification changes of livestock movement rules
Simpler rules on livestock movements to be introduced in England from July, Farming Minister George Eustice announced today. The changes, originally…
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Animal disease programmes do a 'good job of containing disease but cost-effectiveness unclear'
EU animal disease programmes do a good job of containing disease, but it is hard to tell whether they are cost-effective, concludes a new report from…
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'Maximise the marketplace to add value to sheep meat and other products', says NSA
Volatility of farm gate prices is the new reality for UK sheep farmers – and is prompting some producers to be more innovative in attempts to add…
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British Wool Marketing Board seeks the 'Golden Fleece'
The British Wool Marketing Board (BWMB), in association with JG Animal Health, is relaunching the prestigious Golden Fleece competition to search for…
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Accessing US beef and lamb markets would be major boost for British farming
British beef and lamb farmers are a step closer to a £60 million a year export boost, following further talks between the UK and the USA to negotiate…
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Sheep worrying by dogs is causing 85% of affected farmers to experience high levels of anxiety
Sheep worrying by dogs is causing around 85% of affected farmers to experience elevated levels of anxiety and stress, a survey conducted by the…
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UK farmers step closer to accessing lucrative USA market worth £60m
British beef and lamb farmers are a step closer to a £60 million a year export boost. Following further talks between the UK and the USA to negotiate…
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Exports of UK beef and lamb cuts to West Indies a 'significant opportunity for the industry'
Exports of premium beef and lamb cuts to the West Indies present a significant opportunity for the industry, according to AHDB Beef & Lamb. The…
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Farmer launches petition after roaming dogs attack livestock
A farmer has started an online petition to urge the public to keep dogs on leads when near livestock to try prevent attacks. Kelly Garratt and…
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