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New strong-yielding pea and bean varieties added to Descriptive List
Fourteen new strong-yielding pea and bean varieties have been added to next year's Descriptive List for pulses. The Processors and Growers Research…
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Further milk supply growth and farmer margin gains expected in 2025
Milk supply growth from the world's biggest exporting regions is expected in the second half of 2024 and into 2025, according to a new report. Gains…
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NFU says 'questions remain' as Arla trials feed additive Bovaer
News of Arla's methane suppressing supplement trial has sparked debate, with the NFU admitting that 'questions remain' over the impact of long-term…
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Farmers invited to debate impacts of precision-breeding
A campaign has launched inviting farmers to engage in a UK-wide discussion on precision bred crops and their potential impact on farming. The…
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Over 1,000 Scottish farmers rally in call for pro-farming budget
Over 1,000 farmers from across Scotland rallied in Edinburgh to call on the Scottish government to deliver a budget that secures the future of…
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Devon council rejects vegan menu as 'not fair on farmers'
Devon councillors have rejected a motion which sought to boost the quantity of vegan food at council-run events, as it was 'really bad timing' for…
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Government pays out £57m to farmers impacted by flooding
The government has confirmed it has paid out £57 million to farmers affected by flooding last winter, following delays in rolling out the funds. More…
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UK food firm Cranswick increases profits and grows pig herd
UK food producer Cranswick has seen a boost to profits and an increase to its pig herd in the first half of the current financial year. The…
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Size of Wales' national sheep flock at lowest level in 13 years
The size of Wales' national sheep flock is at the lowest it’s been for 13 years, a new industry survey has confirmed. Wales' flock figure of around…
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Denmark's livestock farmers to be taxed for emissions from 2030
Danish farmers will have to pay a levy of 300 kroner (£34) per tonne of methane on emissions from livestock from 2030, the government has confirmed…
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