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Rural households begin receiving £200 energy bill support
The government has started to issue £200 payments as part of its energy bill support package for rural households and businesses off the gas grid…
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The Farmers' Choir to host fundraising concert for charity RSABI
The Farmers’ Choir is hosting a concert at Easterbrook Hall in Dumfries to raise funds for charity RSABI, which supports people in Scottish…
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Global Dairy Trade (GDT) index rises after months of decline
After a steady decline in pricing on the Global Dairy Trade (GDT) auction since October last year, the overall price index increased by 3.2% at the…
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Environment Improvement Plan 2023 - What's in it for forestry?
Following hard on the heels of the ELM update, Defra have launched the first revision of the 25-year Environment Improvement Plan 2023. First…
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Tree health pilot updated to improve farmer and landowner support
Defra's tree health pilot is being updated to improve the support available to farmers and land managers dealing with tree pest and disease issues…
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Designated sites 'a major worry' in NI draft ammonia strategy
Northern Irish farmers have highlighted their concerns regarding the draft ammonia strategy's proposed targeted measures on international designated…
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Scottish farmers given advice on accessing peatland funding
New advice is being offered to Scottish farmers to help them access funding to protect and restore peatlands. The Farm Advisory Service, funded by…
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Cheffins reports £5m sales at auction as export markets drive sales
Export markets are driving sales for second-hand machinery in the UK, as auctioneer Cheffins sold over £5 million-worth at its recent auction. The…
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ForFarmers and 2 Agriculture merger plans dropped after concerns
The proposed merger between ForFarmers and 2 Agriculture has been dropped by the firms following concerns such as the costs involved and the impact…
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New survey to gain insight into cases of sheep worrying by dogs
Sheep farmers are sharing their experiences of out-of-control dog attacks as part of a new survey looking at the crime's impact on the sector. An…
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