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Scottish 'land rush' shows signs of slowing down
New research has recorded a slowdown in parts of the Scottish farmland market following a dramatic increase in the value of land in recent years…
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Three lambs killed and pregnant ewe euthanised after dog attack
Three lambs have been killed and a pregnant ewe had to be euthanised following a loose dog attack in Stirling. Police Scotland officers are appealing…
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Major new cereal fungicide granted authorisation in Britain
An eagerly awaited fungicide product that has delivered substantial yield gains in wheat and barley trials has received authorisation for use in…
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Glyphosate ban would lead to difficult trade-offs, researchers say
New modelling shows reduced yields of some crops if widely used herbicide is withdrawn, with alternative approaches to weed control offering mixed…
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Contracting price rises 'inevitable' this spring, body says
A new survey has been released looking at contracting prices, with overall results pointing toward an 'inevitable' price rise this spring. The survey…
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Arson attack causes £100,000 worth of damage to Somerset farm
A deliberate barn fire has caused £100,000 worth of damage in Wiveliscombe, Somerset, police have said. Information is needed following the arson…
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New Code aims to regulate farm landlord and tenant relationships
A new Code of Practice to regulate the conduct of landlord and tenant relationships within the agricultural sector in England has launched today. A…
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Meat remains mealtime staple for many Brits, figures show
Meat remains a mealtime staple for many Brits despite changing consumer eating habits during the last five years due to Covid lockdowns and rising…
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Yellow rust 'lurking' in wheat needs cost-effective early control
A perfect storm of late-drilled fields, susceptible varieties and the mild winter means yellow rust is now lurking in many winter wheat crops, a…
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Countryside 'way ahead' on solar energy but numbers still too low
Homes and businesses in the countryside are leading the way on solar power generation, new research says, but numbers are still far too low to meet…
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