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New Defra review seeks to boost fairness in fresh produce sector
A new government review is set to look at the fairness of contracts between farmers and purchasers in the fresh produce supply chain. The review…
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Farmers to see tighter margins for field crops in 2024, report says
Contracted margins will continue into 2024 for global arable farmers despite recent decreases in key operating costs, Rabobank suggests. The outlook…
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Concern as magpie removed from Wales' 2024 general licences
It will be an offence for Welsh farmers and land managers to control magpies from the new year, a review of general licences has confirmed. Natural…
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Activists launch new attempt to put end to fast-growing broiler chickens
A legal challenge over the use of fast-growing broiler chickens will return to court in April 2024 after a previous attempt failed. The chicken…
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Fenland Council votes to oppose compulsory veganism in win for farmers
Fenland Council has voted to oppose compulsory veganism in a swipe at neighbouring 'plant-based-only' Cambridge. In what rural campaigners have…
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Welsh government unveils new proposals for Sustainable Farming Scheme
Welsh farmers are being urged to engage with the latest proposals of the Sustainable Farming Scheme, stating it's the most important change to…
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Emergency onion seed treatment authorised after collaborative effort
A collaborative effort to allow an essential seed treatment for 2024 sowing has succeeded, with use enabled until 15 April 2024. Emergency…
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NFU raises concern as Defra plans to protect 30% of land by 2030
The NFU has raised concerns over a government pledge to protect 30% of land in England by 2030, as it could have 'unforeseen implications' on farms…
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Next Welsh First Minister must 'end attack on rural communities'
Calls have been made for the Welsh government to 'end their ongoing attack' on rural communities as Mark Drakeford, Wales' First Minister, steps…
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King's charity offering £5,000 support for rural start-ups
Businesses can now apply for £5,000 of financial support through the Royal Countryside Fund's rural start-up initiative. The charity, founded by King…
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