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Somerset farm ordered to pay out £20,000 after polluting stream
A Somerset farm which polluted a stream after failing to make improvements has been ordered to pay out nearly £20,000. The incident happened after a…
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Dairy farm harnesses power of genomics to accelerate genetic progress
A Welsh dairy farm is harnessing the power of genomics in a bid to accelerate genetic progress in its split block calving herd. Rhydeden Farm, a…
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Shelfwatch survey reveals mixed retailer support for Scottish farmers
A review of 15,000 food products on shelves in supermarkets across Scotland has identified mixed retailer support for Scottish farmers. Initial…
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'Vigilance key' to keeping livestock healthy from Schmallenberg virus
Livestock farmers are being urged to remain vigilant for signs of Schmallenberg virus (SBV) in their flocks and herds as cases continue to rise. The…
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Farmers urged to say 'no' more often to supermarket demands
Farmers are being encouraged to manage risk better by saying 'no' more often to supermarket and distributor demands. Retail expert Ged Futter…
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Long term resilience of UK farming will be challenged, AHDB warns
Long term resilience of UK farming will be 'challenged' amid cumulative inflationary pressure and the ongoing impact of the cost of living on…
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'Lamb National' event forced to cancel after activists target it
Organisers of a community carnival have been forced to cancel a planned lamb race over safety fears of its volunteers following a backlash from…
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Welsh Labour told to 'urgently reset' relationship with farmers
Candidates standing for the leadership of Welsh Labour have been told to 'urgently reset' the Welsh government’s relationship with farmers and the…
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Farmers to help improve lowland peat soils as part of new projects
The government has announced the recipients of £1.3m worth of awards to improve lowland peat soils, with farmers set to play a major role. The seven…
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Sheep sector welcomes improved police powers to tackle dog attacks
The sheep sector has welcomed steps taken toward tougher punishments for the crime of livestock worrying by dogs. Following updated legislation, the…
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