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Onshore wind projects to be approved more quickly

Onshore wind projects will be approved more quickly in England as part of new measures being brought forward. The government said it would streamline planning …
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Campaign returns in September to celebrate dairy calf strategy progress

An annual campaign will put a spotlight on the progress being made by the dairy industry to ensure all dairy-bred calves are reared with care …
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Deadline for Countryside Stewardship applications extended

The application window for 2024 Countryside Stewardship Mid Tier agreements has been extended until 15 September following feedback from farmers. Defra has confirmed today (18 …
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Farm Shop & Deli Retailer Awards 2024 Launch Entries

Farm Shop & Deli Show, part of the UK Food & Drink Shows and home of the Farm Shop & Deli Awards, has launched its …
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Applications open for dairy farms interested in entrepreneurship

A dairy business training course, Entrepreneurs in Dairying, has opened to applicants ahead of its start in October. Open to anyone in the dairy sector, …
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New car registrations up more than 28% in July, completing one full year of sales growth

The new car market has recorded a full year of growth as registrations were up again in July. Figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers …
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UK pig industry returns to profit after 10 successive quarters of losses

The UK pig industry has finally returned to a profit after 10 successive quarters of losses, according to figures published by AHDB. During this time, …
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Farmers warned of photo ID rules when ordering fertilisers this autumn

Farmers have been told to brace for changes in the law which will require them to provide photo ID when purchasing ammonium nitrate (AN) fertilisers …
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Knaresborough Tractor Run raises over £100,000 for charity

The organisers of the Knaresborough Tractor Run have celebrated a major milestone after raising more than £100,000 for the Yorkshire Air Ambulance charity over the …
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Scottish fruit and veg growers to benefit from £6m in new support

Growers in Scotland have been given £6m in support over the next two years to help improve the quality, market value and sustainability of their …
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Defra unveils new regulations to promote fairness in dairy sector

The government has outlined a raft of measures to improve supply contracts in the dairy sector following concerns that farmers were not being paid a …
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UK tractor sales increase by 6% in first half of 2023 as backlog reduces

UK tractor registrations have risen by 6% in the first half of 2023 as the industry continues to reduce the backlog of order which build …
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GB-wide Avian Influenza Prevention Zone ends as risk lowered to ‘low’

The government has lifted the Avian Influenza Prevention Zone (AIPZ) for poultry and captive birds, introduced to help stop the spread of bird flu. The …
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New £5m Defra competition aims to scale up agricultural innovation

Small and medium sized farms will soon be able to apply to a share of £5m in grant funding to scale up innovation within the …
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Defra seeks farmers’ views on protecting hedgerows post-Brexit

The government is seeking views from farmers on how to best protect and maintain hedgerows in England following Brexit. Defra’s consultation, open from today to …
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First Milk and Yeo Valley establish new regenerative milk pool

First Milk and Yeo Valley Production have announced a collaboration with an aim to establish a new conventional regenerative milk pool. The new ‘Naturally Better …
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Pig sector leader awarded OBE in King’s Honours List

The former chief executive of the National Pig Association (NPA) has been awarded an OBE in the first King’s Honours list. Dr Zoe Leach, better …
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Week-long initiative to put spotlight on Britain’s 700 pea growers

A week-long celebration of one of Britain’s favourite vegetables and the 700 farmers who produce it will commence in July. The UK’s annual celebration of …
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Farmers reminded of Defra animal welfare grants of up to £25,000

Farmers have just one month left to apply for grants between £1,000 and £25,000 to invest in new technology and equipment to boost animal welfare. …
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Farmers could soon be reimbursed for creating water ‘batteries’

Farmers could soon be reimbursed for creating water storage ponds or water “batteries” as part of an innovative drought-prevention project. With droughts affecting the UK …
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Wynnstay and Humphrey Feeds to combine poultry operations

Wynnstay and Humphrey Feeds & Pullets have announced they will combine their poultry feed and pullets, offering into one focused poultry brand. Following its acquisition …
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