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NFU Cymru slams lack of government response on 10% tree cover plan
NFU Cymru has again criticised the Welsh government for not addressing the 'very real issues' the industry has over its 10% tree cover proposal…
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Areas of Scotland struggle to finish combining after poor weather
Some areas of Scotland are struggling to finish combining with the wet weather now holding back autumn plantings, NFU Scotland has said. Responses to…
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Scottish government urged to be 'fully transparent' about ag funding
The Scottish government has been urged to be 'fully transparent' over the future of agricultural funding following 'evasive' answers at a…
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Wildlife scientists call for wider adoption of nature-friendly farming
Numbers of the UK's animals and plants are still falling, the latest State of the Nature report warns, but the industry says farmers play a 'crucial…
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Farmers' views sought in largest-ever annual rural crime survey
The largest-ever annual rural crime survey has been launched once again to investigate the true level of crime affecting farmers and rural…
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Red clover plays important role in reducing livestock farm's input costs
Protein-rich red clover is helping a Welsh livestock farm achieve a total cost of production of less than £3/kg deadweight in its lambs. Dafydd and…
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Farming industry sees highest Q2 workplace fatalities
There were 12 deaths on farms across the UK between April to June 2023, the latest figures show, with the sector having the highest rate of workplace…
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'Opening the Gate' scheme returns to give new entrants more skills
A virtual workshop for young people and new entrants will soon take place, aiming to provide new skills and confidence to succeed in the industry…
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AHDB's pork advertising campaign returns to 'feed the family for less'
A pig sector campaign aiming to spur on families across the country to purchase pork for 'quick, delicious and budget-friendly' meals will soon…
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Over half of public want more money toward nature-friendly farming
Over half (59%) of UK adults think the next government should increase the amount of money given to nature-friendly farming, according to new…
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