The latest news from the agricultural sector
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2024-03-12
Farmers fear support of those with 'hidden agendas'
Welsh farmers are concerned their recent protests are being "used" to further "other agendas". Read more
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2024-03-11
Lamb virus causing deformed births in 'worst year'
Sheep farmers are calling for more support against a virus, causing baby lambs to be born deformed. Read more
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2024-03-08
Tyrone GAA boss appointed as new chief vet
Brian Dooher is joint manager of the Tyrone senior football team and was previously deputy chief vet. Read more
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2024-03-06
Farmers place thousands of wellies outside Senedd
They represent the number of job losses farmers claim a Welsh government scheme will cause. Read more
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2024-03-06
Discounted vehicle tracking system offered to farmers
The covert technology can help rural communities fight back against crime, say police. Read more
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2024-03-04
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2024-09-04
Steam-treated seeds are bringing chemical-free farming to Sweden
Following success in Sweden and Norway, the creator of ThermoSeed now aims to take over Asia. Read more
2024-09-04
Drought-hit Mediterranean countries to invest in water-saving tech
Solar power, smart irrigation and weather-resistant crops are among the proposals to protect farmers and food security. Read more
2024-08-29
USDA Announces $300,000 in Funding Available to Support U.S. Sheep Industry
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced $300,000 in grant funding available through the Sheep Production and Marketing Grant Program (SPMGP). Grant applications are currently being... Read more
2024-08-29
Solar panels and crops could meet 68% of central Europe’s power demand
Combining farming with green energy production could also increase food security and generate additional income for farmers, according to a new study. Read more
2024-08-28
USDA and Kansas Award $5.6 Million to Projects that Strengthen Food Supply Chain Infrastructure
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) today announced it has partnered with Kansas to award $5.6 million for 49 projects through the Resilient Food Systems... Read more
2024-08-27
USDA Appoints Members to National Dairy Promotion and Research Board
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced the appointment of 12 members to serve on the National Dairy Promotion and Research Board. The appointees will serve three-year terms,... Read more