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New tool helps Welsh pig producers to benchmark businesses
Pig producers in Wales can now benchmark their business’ performance using a free programme developed by the sector. Designed for all types of pig…
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Calf pneumonia cases down to 10% after housing adjustments
Adjusting housing and feed intakes around weaning has helped a Welsh calf-rearer significantly reduce incidence of pneumonia. Hugh Jones, who farms…
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Bird flu: Poultry housing order to be introduced in England
A mandatory poultry housing order will be introduced across the whole of England from 7 November as the UK's worst-ever bird flu outbreak continues…
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Six grassroot projects receive funding to address rural challenges
Six grassroot projects looking at rural challenges such as mental health, loneliness and skills have been awarded nearly £70,000 in funding. The…
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Welsh tenant farmers raise concern over future direction of policy
Welsh government’s proposals for the Sustainable Farming Scheme do not work for tenant farmers, NFU Cymru has warned following a series of meetings…
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Cumbrian livestock farmer hailed for 'dedication and passion' to sector
A Cumbrian livestock farmer who has established himself as one of the most notable Beltex breeders has been announced as this year’s winner of the…
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Significant dip in UK sheep meat production, figures show
UK sheep meat production saw a significant dip in September on the back of a low slaughter, according to the latest Defra figures. Production last…
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NI lamb price falling short of production costs, union warns
The return Northern Irish farmers are receiving for their lamb is not enough to cover production costs, the Ulster Farmers' Union (UFU) has warned…
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UK-grown daffodils could create new heart disease treatment
UK-grown daffodils could become the basis of a new medical treatment for heart failure while helping farmers with new economic opportunities…
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Arla November milk price rise amid 'unprecedented levels' of inflation
Dairy co-operative Arla has announced a milk price increase from November as production prices continue to rise to 'unprecedented levels'. From 1…
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