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Farmers across UK count 460,000 birds as part of annual initiative
The Big Farmland Bird Count has revealed the extensive conservation work undertaken by farmers, as a total of 149 species were recorded across more…
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Food price inflation soars over 19% to highest rate in 45 years
The prices of food surged at the fastest rate in more than 45 years last month, new figures by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) show. The…
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Rural lawyer issues land squatters warning to farmers
A rural legal expert has urged farmers to check Land Registry documents to ensure 'every inch' of their land is legally registered. The alert has…
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Environmental grants now available for farmers in Midlands
Applications are now open for this year’s round of Severn Trent’s Environmental Protection Scheme (STEPS), offering up to £30,000 for farms to invest…
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Concern as Brecon Beacons moves away from sheep grazing
Rural campaigners have raised concern over the future direction of the Brecon Beacons national park after it announced a move away from sheep…
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Further opportunities for UK pork exports after CPTPP trade deal
The UK's decision to join a trade pact consisting of several countries around the world could help boost exports of pork, particularly to Mexico. The…
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NFU Scotland announces new chief executive amid 'critical time' for industry
NFU Scotland has today announced the appointment of John Davidson as its new chief executive, who takes the position during a 'critical time' for the…
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Man arrested following theft of 14 cattle from Anglesey farm
A man has been arrested following the theft of fourteen cows from a farm on Anglesey, police have confirmed. The cows were reported stolen by the…
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Farmers told to make most of Defra pathway fund and worming check
Sheep farmers should make the most of funding from Defra's Animal Health & Welfare Pathway to optimise the timing of the worming treatment check…
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Arla calls on government to scale use of cow slurry
Arla has erected a replica Victorian sewer lamp by parliament to draw attention to the untapped potential of biogas derived from cow manure and food…
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