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BPS application window opens for 2023 payments
The Basic Payment Scheme (BPS) application window has opened today for farmers and land managers to claim their 2023 payments, Defra has confirmed…
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Anglesey farmers receive bTB advice amid 'concern' at rising incidence
Farmers on Anglesey will receive new advice to help keep bovine TB at bay as concern grows over the recent rise in incidence and prevalence. Data…
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Teens on off-road bikes causing damage to farms 'on weekly basis'
Farmers in South Yorkshire are being asked to be vigilant after young adults on off-road bikes have issued threats and caused criminal damage 'on a…
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British farmers seek more 4x4 vehicles for Ukrainian front line
A group of intrepid British farmers are looking for more support in their endeavour to supply vital 4x4 vehicles to the Ukrainian front line. The…
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New farming lessons to reach 10% of primary schools
Students from more than 10% of primary schools across England and Wales are stepping into British farmers’ shoes as part of new live lessons. The NFU…
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Rural speeding risks emphasised to male drivers in new campaign
A new government safety campaign has been launched to highlight the dangers of speeding on rural roads, with a particular emphasis on young male…
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AHDB urges The Lancet to retract 'unclear' meat health risk claims
The AHDB has formally asked The Lancet to remove 'unclear' data which links red meat consumption with cancers and other diseases. In an open letter…
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Looking ahead to this year's Farm Shop & Deli Show
The UK's premier trade event for the specialist retail sector - the Farm Shop & Deli Show - returns to the NEC, Birmingham this April as part of the…
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Tenant farmers to benefit from new insurance affiliation with Towergate
The Tenant Farmers Association (TFA) has announced the launch of a new farm insurance affiliation with advisers, Towergate Insurance Brokers…
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Scientists explore new use for cow dung as part of project
The potential for converting manure into a sustainable material of the future has highlighted the truth in the old saying ‘Where there’s muck…
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