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In the Houses of Parliament this week, UK environment secretary Steve Barclay discussed easing rules for farmers who would like to diversify their businesses. The topic had been previously raised by celebrity and farmer Jeremy Clarkson. 

The NFU is urging MPs to back the ‘Buy British Bill’ and asks the new government to supply the public sector with more food from British farms. 

As the government opens up new rounds of FETF funding this spring, we take a look at what farmers can apply for now, as well as future dates to keep in the diary.

Renewable dairy technology manufacturer Lyras shares how farmers can save money by using UV pasteurisation technology. 

Rural affairs minister Lesley Griffiths refused to meet Welsh secretary David TC Davies to discuss farmers’ concerns in regards to the Sustainable Farming Scheme (SFS).

Police appeal for information following a double case of lamb slaughter and theft in Shropshire – prompting farmers to reassess their livestock security. 

A notable 500-year-old Suffolk farming residence, Glemham Hall Estate, has been put on the market for £19 million. 

Farmers have been asked to protect their vehicles against increasingly regular fuel thefts in rural areas of Western England.

Environment secretary Steve Barclay has just announced plans to make food labelling “clearer and fairer”, as part of its commitment to back the British farming industry.

Farmers will drive tractors to Westminster later this month to protest against cheap food imports and to protect high British food standards in trade deals.

Among all the different paperwork and certification, reporting the farm’s water consumption to the Environment Agency is a must for all farmers.

A unique pink drier was the highlight of this year’s open day hosted by Suffolk-based Master Farm Services.