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Dairy farmer numbers could halve in 10 years

Dairy farmer numbers could halve in 10 years

In December 2014 alone, 60 dairy farmers left the industry. NFU "completely appalled" by ongoing price cuts In just 10...

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Secretary of state pledges commitment to vets

OV rates set to increase by 10 per cent

Scottish government to increase rates and assist with registration and training costs   Official Veterinarian rates are set to increase...

Farmers shocked by First Milk decision

Farmers shocked by First Milk decision

Milk payments will be delayed by two weeks and farmers will be required to pay more in capital investments. Milk...

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Asda price cuts ‘a huge blow’

Asda has reduced its price for four pints of milk to just 89p. Continued milk price cuts cause anger and...

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EU referendum 'biggest risk to British agriculture'

EU referendum ‘biggest risk to British agriculture’

"The stakes are high, especially for Scottish farmers and crofters for whom CAP support is a vital lifeline" – Richard...

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Dairy Crest announce milk price cut

Dairy Crest announce milk price cut

The cut will take the quoted UK standard litre of milk to 24.59 pence per litre. Prices to fall by...

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