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Asulox decision 'a real blow' to bracken control, NFU Cymru warns
An announcement that the herbicide Asulox will no longer be available to support farmers' efforts to control bracken has been described as ‘a real…
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'Test don't guess' approach to liver fluke needed after 'very strange' year
Livestock farmers would normally be expecting to go into peak liver fluke season at this time of year, but experts say 2023 has been a strange year…
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Survey shows native breed opportunity for farmers to curb input cost jikes
Choosing native breed livestock could offer farmers an opportunity to insulate against hikes in feed and supplement costs, according to campaigners…
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Scottish farmers see 'further blow' to bracken control options
An announcement from a manufacturer to withdraw the only viable plant protection product to control bracken has been called a 'further blow' to the…
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Calls for tougher action on sheep attacks ahead of King's Speech
Farm leaders are requesting new livestock worrying legislation ahead of the upcoming King’s Speech after the government ditched tougher measures in…
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Scotland's livestock marts generated over £600m in 2022
Scotland's livestock markets generated over £600 million in 2022, an increase on the year before, according to new figures. The Institute of…
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Farmers urge Natural England to stop 'assault' on Dartmoor grazing
The tenanted farming sector has called on Natural England to stop its 'assault' on grazing within the protected sites on Dartmoor. Evidence has been…
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Welsh farmer trials rock dust to provide nutrient to grow grass
A grassland farm in Wales is researching whether rock dust sourced from a local quarry can provide sufficient nutrients to grow grass. Finely ground…
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UK lamb export opportunities in spotlight after Kuwait trade mission
A UK trade mission to Kuwait has explored export opportunities for red meat and dairy in the Middle Eastern market, with a particular emphasis on…
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England's sheep flock falls to lowest population in over 10 years
England's sheep flock has declined to its lowest recorded population in over 10 years against the backdrop of numerous challenges, new Defra figures…
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