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BBC Countryfile explores project using AI to monitor dairy cow health
A project using artificial intelligence to monitor dairy cows has featured in a focus on the future of farming on BBC One’s Countryfile. Using the…
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Over 250 farms across UK took part in Open Farm Sunday
Over 250 farms across the country welcomed thousands of people after opening their gates for the annual Open Farm Sunday initiative. The UK-wide…
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Two dogs that killed 28 sheep put down after police enquiries
Two dogs that killed 28 sheep on farmland in Herefordshire have now been located and their owner has agreed to have them put to sleep. Two…
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Compact mixed farm in Scottish Borders launches to market
A compact mixed farm located in the Scottish Borders and extending to 195 acres has been brought onto the market. Hawksnest Farm has about 195 acres…
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UK pig sector cuts antibiotic use by 75% after concerted eight-year effort
The UK pig sector has achieved a remarkable milestone after reducing total antibiotic use by 75% over an eight year period, new figures show. Last…
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NFU launches #YourHarvest 2023 campaign amid 'tough year' for growers
Farmers are reaching out to the public and MPs to raise the importance of the crops sector amid a 'tough year' of unpredictable costs and market…
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Just days left to apply to Defra animal welfare grants of up to £25,000
Farmers are being reminded they have just days left to apply for grants between £1,000 and £25,000 to invest in new equipment to boost animal…
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Hill farmer calls for emergency authorisation of bracken control herbicide
A Scottish hill farmer has called for the government to stop "dragging its heels" on providing an emergency authorisation of bracken control…
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Farmer ordered to pay out nearly £6k after poultry welfare charges
A Shropshire farmer has been ordered to pay out nearly £6,000 and to undertake 100 hours of unpaid work after causing unnecessary harm to poultry. It…
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Pork and dairy products saw uplift in sales during King's Coronation
The public favoured pork products during King Charles' Coronation weekend, according to new figures, with the dairy sector also receiving a boost…
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