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Majority of shoppers 'willing to pay more for milk'

Majority of shoppers ‘willing to pay more for milk’

Eighty per cent of people said they would pay more for milk if the extra money went to dairy farmers....

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Vets urge dog owners to consider the welfare of livestock

As lambing season approaches, vets are reminding dog owners to keep their animals under close control near livestock and to...

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Large-scale pig unit refused permission

    Permission for an industrial-style pig unit in Derby has been refused by the Environment Agency, due to concerns...

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BVA release 'must-know' goat facts

BVA release ‘must-know’ goat facts

Goats are herd animals and will be miserable if kept by themselves.  Two goats together is the absolute minimum. Goats...

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Farmer-vet relationship 'must be maintained'

Farmer-vet relationship ‘must be maintained’

From May 1, APHA will manage TB testing in England through five delivery partners. NFU: Farmers ‘should not have to...

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Wi-Fi enabled sheep to connect rural Wales

Wi-Fi enabled sheep to connect rural Wales

Sheep in Wales may be fitted with electronic collars to enable them to become Wi-Fi access points. National Farmers Union...

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