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NFU Cymru raises 'profound concerns' over future viability of hill farming
NFU Cymru has expressed 'profound concerns' for the future viability of farming in Less Favoured Areas in light of Welsh government’s scheme…
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'Ground-breaking' edible feed tubs for livestock aim to slash plastic waste
A Greater Manchester firm has invented 'ground-breaking' edible feed tubs for livestock, with hopes they will cut down on plastic farm waste…
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Researchers produce most comprehensive map of hedgerows in England
Researchers have used cutting-edge technology to produce the most comprehensive map of hedgerows in England. Scientists at the UK Centre for Ecology…
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Watchdog takes action over Animal Aid's pheasant shooting ad
The Advertising Standards Agency (ASA) has taken action over a misleading Animal Aid ad which made the claim that pheasant shooting is subsidised by…
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Police issue warning as over 50 sheep stolen from farms in NI
Police in Northern Ireland are calling on farmers to remain vigilant after two significant livestock rustling incidents across the region. A…
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Red meat and dairy sales hit record levels in December
The whole month of December saw a surge in red meat and dairy sales, representing a record £13.7 billion spent, according to AHDB figures. There was…
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Call for growers to complete Defra's consultation into contractual relationships
Defra is undertaking a major consultation into contractual relationships in the fresh produce sector, with the nation’s growers encouraged to take…
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Defra's latest Farm Productivity Grant to help farmers reduce fossil fuel use
Defra's latest Farm Productivity Grant is set to help farmers wanting to reduce fossil fuel use, improve energy resilience and reduce electric bills…
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Firefighters in Dorset rescue two cows from 15ft slurry pit
Firefighters in Dorset have rescued two cows that fell into a slurry pit, with the animas 'none the worse for their ordeal'. The cows were discovered…
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Concern as new Brexit checks on imported fresh goods soon roll out
Border checks on plant and animal products arriving from the EU come into force tomorrow, amid fears of increased red tape and price hikes. A variety…
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