The latest news from the agricultural sector
2022-05-20
Global food supply chain at risk from hackers
The growth of "smart" farm machinery is increasing the risk of hacking of food and farming systems. Read more
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2022-05-19
Belgian farmers struggle as drought and rising costs hit
An unusually dry spring has meant crop yields are so far much lower this year. Read more
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2022-05-18
Davey calls for financial help for British farmers
British farmers are the best in the world and could play a "big part" in tackling the cost of living crisis, says Sir Ed Davey. Read more
2022-05-18
Cyprus farmers spill milk in protest over halloumi cheese protection
Goat and sheep herders are angry the cheese's protected status isn't being implemented fast enough. Read more
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2022-05-17
Tesco gives £6.6m to pig producers following plea
The move follows a public letter to the supermarket giant claiming farmers would go out of business. Read more
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2022-05-17
Farm machinery exacting heavy toll on soil - study
Massive tractors and combine harvesters could be having a lasting impact on soil, a study suggests. Read more
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2022-05-17
First Minister's Questions: As it happened on 17 May
Mark Drakeford faces questions on food security, civil service jobs and child safeguarding, among other matters. Read more
2022-05-16
Specialty Crop Could Get Bacteria Boost
Quinoa (pronounced "KEEN-wah") is increasingly popular as a high-protein, slightly nutty flavored grain-like seed that can be made into flour for bread and pasta, used in soups and cereal, eaten as... Read more
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2022-05-16
Daughters of the soil: The value of women in agriculture
A new portrait exhibition features female farmers across Northumberland and the Scottish Borders. Read more
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2022-05-16
'We need to be more of an international community'
Sabrina Dhowre Elba visits Somalia and Kenya on behalf of the International Fund for Agricultural Development. Read more
2022-05-14
Extinction Rebellion activists target Monsanto offices in Buenos Aires
Extinction Rebellion activists protest in front of Monsanto's headquarters in Buenos Aires, against the use of agrochemicals in Argentina's crops. Read more
2022-05-14
The longest river in Italy is drying up: How will locals survive?
The mighty Po River nourishes a vast area of northern Italy, but climate change is causing a devastating drought. Read more
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