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UK's first police officer specialising in livestock theft announced
The UK's first police officer who specialises in livestock theft has been announced, as the latest figures show the crime has cost farmers £2.7…
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Dairy price recovery will be slower than expected, Rabobank says
The initial surge in dairy prices seen in late 2023 and early 2024 was largely due to a period of restocking at lower prices rather than a robust…
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Royal Marines visit Angus farm as part of mental health training
A Scottish farming family has put three former Royal Marines through their paces as part of a mental health first aid training initiative. The former…
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Scottish Barncluth herd named British Friesian Herd of the Year
The Scottish Barncluth herd has been awarded the highly acclaimed British Friesian Herd of the Year Award, which aims to recognise top performing…
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Scottish farm leaders urge new first minister to boost industry
Scottish farm leaders have urged John Swinney, Scotland's new first minister, to deliver policies which boost the prospects of the country's farming…
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Pig farming changes led to global spread of salmonella, study says
Historical changes in pig farming led to the global spread of salmonella, resistant to antibiotics, a new international study led by UK researchers…
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New Holland Basildon staff set to strike over 'broken pay promise'
More than 500 workers at New Holland's tractor factory in Basildon, Essex will begin strikes later this month which will 'severely' impact…
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Lidl becomes first retailer to sign contract to sell 'fully' Welsh milk
Lidl has become the first retailer to sign a contract to sell 'fully' Welsh milk, as the product will be both produced and bottled solely in Wales. A…
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Seasonal worker visa route extended to 2029 amid labour shortages
The seasonal worker visa route has been extended until 2029 to address critical labour shortages in the farming industry, the government has…
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Scottish farmers requiring 'private kill' services 'face challenges'
Farmers who require ‘private kill’ services in Scotland, and the abattoirs providing them, face a variety of challenges and hurdles, a new report has…
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