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UK’s top scientists join forces to curb largest ever bird flu outbreak
A major UK research consortium has convened to battle bird flu following unprecedented outbreaks, which have led to more than 100 UK cases this year…
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Pesticide users reminded of requirement to register by 22 June
Farmers who use professional pesticides or any adjuvants are being reminded that registration is required by Wednesday. The new rules, part of the…
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Campaign seeks to raise awareness of rise of sheep scab
A new campaign has launched to raise awareness of the rise of sheep scab while empowering farmers to adopt a prevention mindset. The Break the Sheep…
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Scottish farm leaders welcome new BPS payment schedule
Scottish farming groups have welcomed the government's move to bring forward the timetable for crucial support payments by almost a month. The news…
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Nestlé's new plan to help UK wheat growers adopt regen practices
Nestlé Cereals has launched a new initiative to help its UK wheat growers support the adoption of sustainable and regenerative practices. The Nestlé…
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Farmer fined thousands after failing to comply with TB control measures
A Staffordshire farmer has been ordered to pay out over £8,600 in fines and costs for failing to comply with livestock disease control measures…
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Scotland's farm payment dates brought forward to September
Annual farm payment dates are to be brought forward to September in an effort to support Scotland’s farmers with cash flow and the cost of living…
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Partnership working key for dairy-beef supply chain, study says
The supply of dairy-bred calves in the UK has come under the spotlight as part of a project being led by Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC). To address…
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UK's new trade deals must not 'export cruelty and emissions abroad'
All new trade deals must stand by the UK's core animal welfare and environmental standards or risk "exporting cruelty and carbon emissions abroad"…
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Cost of essential food items could rise by 15% this summer
The cost of essential food items such as meat, dairy, fruit and vegetables is likely to surge by a further 15% this summer, analysts have warned…
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