Agri Politics
'UK government cut funding for Welsh agriculture and rural development by at least 27%'
The Farmers’ Union of Wales (FUW) is urging farmers and members of the public to use an online tool to...
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Environment
Tebbutt urges those who are climate-conscious to buy a joint of Welsh lamb or beef
Climate-conscious cooks can serve up a joint of beef or lamb this Christmas with a clear conscience according to Saturday...
Sheep
FUW to host webinar on preparing for the lambing season
The Anglesey branch of the Farmers’ Union of Wales (FUW) is helping members prepare for the next lambing season with...
Pig/Poultry
10 days for UK poultry keepers to prepare for new housing measures
New poultry housing rules will come into force throughout the UK on Monday, December 14, giving keepers 10 days to...
Environment
NFU Cymru voices 'strong opposition' to ammonia proposals
The National Farmers’ Union Cymru (NFU Cymru) has come out to “strongly oppose” changes to the Natural Resources Wales’ (NRW) Ammonia...
Agri Politics
BPS is 'crucial' to Welsh farmers - NFU Cymru
NFU Cymru has emphasised that the Basic Payment Scheme (BPS) is “crucial” to Welsh farming businesses and has urged the...
Rural Life
BVA welcomes ban on use of live wild animals in Welsh circuses
A milestone animal welfare law banning the use of wild animals in travelling circuses in Wales comes into force today...
Agri Politics
Farmers in danger of being left 'high and dry' under post-Brexit payment rules
Farmers need urgent clarity on how they can continue making a living under new payment rules that come into effect...
Agri-Business
Vets hope NI will follow Scottish lead for compulsory cameras in abattoirs
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has welcomed legislation that will make CCTV cameras compulsory in abattoirs in Scotland, and is...
Sheep
New booklet launched to offer advice on recording pedigree flocks
Sheep breeders need an unbiased way to find rams and ewes in the flock with the best potential for breeding...
Agri Politics
£100 million funding shortfall 'a bitter blow for farmers' - NFU Cymru
A possible near £100 million shortfall in funding for Welsh agriculture is a “bitter blow at a critical and extremely...
Agri-Business
BVA welcomes legislation for compulsory CCTV use in abattoirs
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has welcomed legislation that will make CCTV cameras compulsory in abattoirs in Scotland, following a...
Agri Politics
'Spending review will benefit rural Scotland' - SLE
Scottish Land and Estates (SLE) has welcomed funding commitments from the Spending Review which can help aid the rural economy...
Forestry
Forestry values surge in 'astonishing' year for the sector
The forestry market has had an “astonishing year” with competitive bidding seeing average values rise significantly and the total value...
Agri Politics
Farming unions unite to call for funding reassurances
“Welsh, Scottish and Northern Irish farmers and their respective rural economies must not be the losers from a battle over...
Rural Life
FUW encourages people to shop local this Christmas
The Farmers’ Union of Wales (FUW) is urging shoppers to keep their Christmas shopping local to show support for rural...
Rural Life
FUW addresses mental health concerns with Minister Morgan
The Farmers’ Union of Wales (FUW) has highlighted an array of issues facing the farming community, which if left unaddressed...
Beef
Limousin bulls average over £3,200 at Welsh sale
The British Limousin Cattle Society hosted its autumn male and female sale at Brecon Livestock Market last Saturday (November 14)....
