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Farmers’ income from diversification enterprises rises to 13%
British farmers’ income from diversification enterprises has risen to 13% of turnover in 2023, new research from NFU Mutual reveals. The 1% rise from…
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NFU Cymru warns of 'perfect storm' for Welsh dairy farmers
NFU Cymru has warned today that dairy farmers face an uncertain future, urging the Welsh government and consumers to do more to back Welsh farming…
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NFU calls for strategy to deal with flooding on productive farmland
With Storm Babet leaving vast areas of farmland underwater, the NFU is demanding government 'matches its talk' about the importance of UK food…
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Autumn Statement: NFU warns of 'pressure points' on farm businesses
The NFU has written to the Chancellor outlining its key asks ahead of the Autumn Statement, warning that there are 'pressure points' on farming…
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British Farming Awards reveals this year's 18 winners at annual event
Britain’s farming industry have come together to celebrate the achievements of individuals at this year's British Farming Awards. The event…
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New round of CS Facilitation Fund worth £2.5m opens for farmers
The eighth round of the Countryside Stewardship Facilitation Fund - worth £2.5 million - has opened for applications today, Defra has announced. The…
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Report puts spotlight on impact UK research has had on wheat innovation
A new report has put a spotlight on the significant impact that UK-led research has had into wheat innovation over the last decade. The Biotechnology…
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Farmers urged to ramp up security measures as clocks go back
Farmers have been urged to ramp up security measures to avoid becoming victims of rural theft after the clocks go back this weekend. Figures by NFU…
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Beef sector calls on Red Tractor to review Greener Farms Commitment
The beef sector has joined growing criticism against Red Tractor's Greener Farms Commitment (GFC) module, calling for the body to review the standard…
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UK pig producers see second biggest price decline of 2023
The UK pig price continue to fall, according to the latest figures, albeit at a slower pace than the declines taking place in major EU pork producing…
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