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Robust food policy needed to protect farmers and public, group says
A robust food policy is needed that protects British farmers and consumers from harm during the cost of living crisis, the sheep sector has said. The…
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Campaigners call for major overhaul of firearms licensing service
A major overhaul of the firearms licensing service has been called for following an investigation by the British Association for Shooting and…
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NI farmers seeking grants to plant trees reminded of deadline
Northern Irish farmers wanting to apply for grant aid to help plant their own woodlands this winter are being reminded that the closing date is near…
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Harvest 2022 in closing stages in most regions of Britain
This year's harvest is now in the closing stages in most regions of Britain, with 95% of it completed according to the latest data. This pace exceeds…
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Spate of new bird flu cases confirmed across England
The government has confirmed a spate of new highly-pathogenic avian influenza cases, with numerous poultry farms impacted by the virus. On Friday 26…
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Scottish farmers call for clarity on future policy as frustration builds
Farmers and crofters have expressed concern with the Scottish government over the pace and direction of policy as the industry faces a 'crisis in…
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The Falkland egg producer who sources UK chicks, 8,000 miles away
Situated in Warwickshire, it could be said that Hy-Line’s Millennium hatchery is ideally positioned for distributing chicks around the UK, even a…
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Upcoming Royal Mail strikes could impact salmonella samples
The NFU has urged poultry producers to make sure salmonella samples arrive on time as Royal Mail strikes are set to commence on Wednesday and in…
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NI farmers encouraged to sign up to Soil Nutrient Health Scheme
Northern Irish farmers located in zone one of the Soil Nutrient Health Scheme have been urged to apply before the 31 August deadline. The objective…
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NFU seeks 'urgent clarity' as UK ammonia plant stops production
The NFU has requested an urgent meeting with CF Fertilisers on the impact of its decision to suspend ammonia production at its Co Durham plant. In a…
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