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Farmers argue future climate policy must support British farming’s net zero ambitions
As world leaders and climate ambassadors continue to discuss the need for urgent climate action at COP25, the NFU is…
Health & Welfare
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Illegal chicken dumpers in sights of trading standards in Darlington
An appeal for information has been issued after more than 20 large green crates full of putrid, decomposing chicken carcasses…
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Aldi recalls breaded chicken steaks due to undeclared milk
Aldi is recalling Ashfield Farm British Breaded Chicken Steaks because they contain milk which is not mentioned on the label.…
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Egg company fined £60K over forklift truck accident
A Chorley company has been fined after a forklift truck overturned on a slope trapping the driver. Manchester Magistrates’ Court…
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Better Chicken Commitment analysis: Increased costs but no improvement in bird welfare
Analysis into the Better Chicken Commitment shows that it could increase on-farm costs and greenhouse gas emissions, without delivering a…
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Government grants made available for flood hit farmers
The government has announced it will extend its Farming Recovery Fund to support farmers badly affected by the recent flooding…
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UFU takes legal challenge against changes to planning rules
The Ulster Farmers’ Union has launched a legal challenge against Shared Environmental Services (SES) and their decision to change planning…
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Government launches £50 million fund to boost tree-planting on farms
The government on 4 November launched a £50 million scheme to help boost tree-planting rates in the fight against climate…
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Avoiding the flu – how UK producers can take steps now to ensure a healthy winter season free of avian influenza
Industry leaders are stressing the importance of good biosecurity to combat the growing risk of avian influenza in the winter…
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No room for complacency on salmonella
A recent outbreak of salmonella has reminded the whole industry that it needs to take a fresh look at prevention…