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NFU calls for loan and fallen stock support for struggling farms
The NFU is asking ministers to introduce 12-month working-capital loans and support with fallen stock costs as farmers contend with drought losses…
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NI growers face 2027 uncertainty over Protein Aid Scheme
Northern Ireland growers face a 2027 planning headache as uncertainty hangs over the future of the Protein Aid Scheme. The current programme supports…
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Welsh farmers urged to expose worst red tape burdens
Welsh farmers are being asked to identify the rules creating the most paperwork, duplication and cost as NFU Cymru gathers evidence for a major…
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Gen Z support for British farmers stronger than expected
Gen Z consumers are more supportive of British farming than many farmers expect, but a lack of exposure to modern agriculture is holding back trust…
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Growers take water security fight to House of Lords
UK fruit and vegetable growers are demanding urgent action on agricultural water storage as worsening drought conditions put domestic food production…
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Wrexham beef farm wins award for changing lives through learning
A 110-acre beef farm near Wrexham has won a Welsh community learning award after helping more than 230 adults develop new skills through farming and…
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Defra launches £30m drive to get farmers working together
Organisations that help farmers work together can now apply for a share of Defra’s £30 million Farmer Collaboration Fund, with successful delivery…
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MPs warn cheap Brazilian beef could undercut UK farmers
British beef producers could face greater competition from cheaper Brazilian imports if planned EU restrictions divert supplies towards the UK…
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Northern Ireland first in UK to roll out cattle EID
Northern Ireland cattle keepers will be able to use electronic ear tags for newborn calves from 7 September, making it the first UK region to offer…
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First Milk lifts October milk price to 39p per litre
First Milk will raise its October manufacturing standard litre to 39p per litre after announcing a further 3.15ppl increase for members. The…
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