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A tractor has purportedly been stolen in Co. Kildare in recent days. The tractor…
The chief veterinary officer and an author, broadcaster and professor of physics are set to address the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS)…
Researchers have been awarded £6 million to investigate the effects of potentially hazardous chemicals, such as pesticides, on UK habitats and wildlife. A…
A landmark lawsuit in the US linking glyphosate – the key ingredient in Monsanto’s Roundup – to cancer has led to calls for “further…
The Veterinary Medicines Directorate has suspended several key anti-inflammatory drugs for food-producing animals that contain the inactive substance diethanolamine (DEA). The suspension means…
As many as 60,000 seasonal workers a year are needed to plant, pick, grade and pack over 9 million tonnes and 300 types of…
The Scottish Government has announced it will launch a new loan scheme giving farmers early access to their direct payments. National Farmers’ Union…
The Tenant Farmers Association (TFA) is urging the Government to come forward with clear advice about the implications of a “no-deal” in its…
UK Government Minister Lord Duncan joined the team of staff in a Kinross butchers shop to congratulate them on leading the way on…
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) is inviting applications from as many as 33 motivated and committed members from within and outside the veterinary…
British food and drink exports hit a record level of £10.6 billion for the first half of 2018 – up by 4% compared…
A total of 34 British agri-food organisations have joined forces to urge Defra’s Secretary of State, Michael Gove to take urgent action to…
An international research team have uncovered previously hidden genetic secrets that give wheat its remarkable ability for local adaptation. The work based on…
Post-Brexit horticulture growers could benefit from Government support to help them invest in new equipment and technology, according to the Minister of State…
British farming organisations have joined forces with other industries to try and ensure a sustainable future supply of soya to the country’s livestock…
Poultry firm Moy Park has retained its pole position as Northern Ireland’s biggest company for a seventh year in a row, according to one…
A vet convicted of illegally importing puppies has been struck off by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS). Greater Manchester-based veterinary surgeon Viktor…
Well-known Scottish pig producer, Kevin Gilbert, has been named this year’s ‘Unsung Hero’ at Turriff Agricultural Show. Kevin was selected by his peers…
