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African swine fever worry as Dover authorities seize illegal meat
Authorities in Dover have uncovered and seized large volumes of raw meat from countries that have reported African swine fever (ASF) in their pig…
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AHDB agrees to transfer surplus levy funds to new horticultural body
AHDB has agreed to transfer surplus levy funds to Horticulture Crop Protection Ltd (HCP), which was established after a majority of growers voted to…
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New Welsh farm support scheme 'inhibitive' to dairy farmers
The Welsh government's agricultural policy proposals are ‘inhibitive’ to many working in the dairy sector, NFU Cymru has warned as the Welsh Dairy…
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World's largest vertical farm set to open in Norfolk
The world's largest vertical farm is set to open early next year in Norfolk, with the four-acre site ready to supply 6.5 tonnes of vegetables all…
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Rural campaigners tell Sunak challenges ahead are 'significant'
Rishi Sunak will be the UK's next prime minister after winning the Conservative Party leadership contest, with rural campaigners saying the…
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Over 1,000 pupils learn about farming as part of 'food story' event
Over 1,000 schoolchildren learnt more about Welsh farming and how food is produced as part of a successful two-day 'food story' event. Children aged…
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Police forces gain use of helicopters to combat hare coursing
Seven police across across England have teamed up with the National Police Air Service to combat hare coursing as the season commences. Essex…
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National Sheep Association chief hailed for dedication to industry
The chief executive of the National Sheep Association (NSA) has been hailed for his dedication and contribution to the farming industry. Phil…
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EU biggest customer of Scottish red meat as trade rebounds to £80m
Scottish exports of red meat and offal sold outside the UK rebounded to £80.5m in the year to July 2022, with sales heavily dominated by trade with…
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Pilgrim’s UK unveils £800,000 investment in Merseyside site
Pilgrim’s UK has announced an £800,000 investment in its Merseyside site as part of its strategy to maximise operational efficiency across its UK…
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