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PM claims farming 'top of agenda' after controversial Defra comments
The prime minister has said farming is 'top of the agenda' following comments by the Defra minister claiming farmers were 'not high up on the pecking…
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Defra expands mandatory housing order to more areas of England
Defra has expanded its mandatory housing order to cover more areas of England, meaning poultry farmers and backyard keepers must house their birds…
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Dairy farm fined £80,000 after man killed by exploding tyre
A Lancashire dairy farm has been ordered to pay out £80,000 following the death of a 23-year-old man who was killed while trying to inflate a tractor…
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Scotland's sustainable farming payments extended until 2026
Scottish farmers will be able to continue to access payments to carry out soil analysis, carbon audits, and animal health and welfare interventions…
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Farms told to strengthen financial planning amid economic uncertainty
Farmers are being encouraged to strengthen their financial planning, as interest rates remain high despite a reduction in the Bank of England base…
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Farmers urged to join paid trial to shape UK carbon strategy
Farmers can now join a new paid research programme that aims to help make their practices greener while also shaping the UK’s carbon footprint…
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Northern Irish farm workers set to see minimum wage increases
The Agricultural Wages Board for Northern Ireland has announced proposed rises to the minimum wage rates for agricultural workers. The Board proposes…
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Young farmers warn MPs of uncertain future due to IHT measures
Young farmers have issued stark warnings about their future in British farming as the government shows no sign of reversing its inheritance tax…
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Halal export requirements for British dairy come under spotlight
Halal export requirements for British dairy produce have come under the spotlight ahead of a major food trade show in the Middle East. A webinar…
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Prime lamb and beef deadweight prices reach record highs
The prime lamb average reached a new high when crossing the £8/kilo mark in spring, and beef saw a similar status when passing the £5/kilo mark in…
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