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Advanced stockperson workshops return to help pig sector's challenges
A programme of advanced workshops for pig workers is returning after a four-year break to address the sector's growing challenges and…
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New Defra measures aim to preserve and rewet lowland peat
Defra has unveiled new measures and pilot schemes aimed at preserving and rewetting lowland peat following the publication of the Lowland…
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Scottish red meat sector grows 16% to £2.8bn, new figures show
The Scottish red meat sector is now worth £2.8 billion, up 16 percent from £2.4 billion in 2016 when the sector was last assessed. Quality Meat…
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Labour MP Steve Reed appointed new Shadow Defra Secretary
Steve Reed, MP for Croydon North, has been appointed Labour's new Shadow Defra Secretary following the resignation of Jim McMahon. The MP for Oldham…
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NFU reminds farmers of upcoming photo ID change for AN fertilisers
The NFU is advising farmers to plan ahead for a change in the law that means they will need to provide photo ID before they can purchase ammonium…
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Grants help farmers in Midlands create new wildlife meadows
Farmers in the Midlands are helping to create new wildlife meadows thanks to a range of grants on offer in the region. Severn Trent's funding is part…
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Harvest sees 'good progress' due to drier weather but 'variable quality'
Drier weather over the past two weeks has allowed this year's harvest to make good progress, according to AHDB's latest report. However, there is…
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Sheep meat exports soar as EU market performs well in 2023
Fresh and frozen sheep meat exports from the UK performed well in the first six months of the year, recording a 14% year-on-year increase - while…
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More than £290 million in direct payments issued to NI farmers
More than £290 million in direct payments has been issued to nearly all of Northern Ireland's farmers, the Department of Agriculture (DAERA) has…
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Man convicted after dog attack killed 22 ewes and injured 48
The owner of two dogs has been convicted following a livestock attack in Wrexham that led to the death of 22 pregnant sheep and another 48 being…
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