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Just 200 abattoirs left in UK after 'huge' decline since 1970s
Concerns have been raised over the 'huge' decline in abattoirs numbers in the UK, as a new report warns that just over 200 are left. The decline in…
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Averaging profits still an important option for farmers, experts say
Farmers can average their profits for tax purposes over two or five consecutive tax years provided certain conditions are met, accountant Saffery…
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Lib Dem Alistair Carmichael likely to become next EFRA chair
MPs have begun the process of electing a chair of the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (EFRA) Committee, with Alistair Carmichael tipped to land…
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Farmers' views needed on castration and tail docking of lambs
Farmers' views are needed on the castration and tail docking of lambs as the sector prepares for potential new restrictions. Sheep producers are…
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Scottish government to proceed with plans to modernise crofting
Farm leaders have welcomed commitment from the Scottish government that it is to proceed with plans to bring forward crofting reforms. In its…
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Farmers urged to discuss new bluetongue vaccines with vets
Farmers are being urged to contact their veterinarians and discuss the use of three new bluetongue vaccines that were given approval to curb rising…
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RSABI puts increased focus on suicide prevention in farming
A new partnership hopes to improve understanding of suicide in the Scottish farming industry while having meaningful conversations about the topic…
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Pig prices drop to lowest level since February 2023
British pig prices have dropped to their lowest level since February 2023 and are now more than 15p below the same week last year. The EU-spec SPP…
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'All Things Dairy': New learning resources for Scottish pupils
The Royal Highland Education Trust (RHET) and AHDB will roll out new learning resources for Scottish pupils as part of a dairy sector initiative…
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New Strep suis vaccine could be 'game-changer' for UK pigs
A vaccine that works to halt the spread of one of the more common diseases affecting UK pigs could be a 'game-changer' for the sector. Streptococcus…
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