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LEAF confirmed that Caroline had passed away on Monday 23rd May after a short illness.

Defra has confirmed H5N1 at premises in Suffolk and Nottinghamshire.

Defra has announced plans to make Direct Payments in two instalments each year to help farmers with cashflow.

Minister for Brexit opportunities Jacob Rees-Mogg has confirmed no further import controls on EU goods will be introduced this year.

Bird keepers are being urged to maintain scrupulous biosecurity standards as the risk of avian influenza remains, chief vets say.

British free range and organic egg farmers are considering a mass exodus from the industry after major supermarkets refused to help them cover spiralling feed and energy costs, reports the British Free Range Egg Producers Association (BFREPA).

The Russian invasion of Ukraine has created a humanitarian crisis and caused far-reaching impacts globally. In the UK it has brought food security concerns to the foreground and increased the strain on farmers already battling the impacts of the past two years. Farmers Guide spoke to farmers and industry experts to shed light on the current situation, and any help available to farmers.

Revealing the news on Instagram, Kaleb said the book will be about lots of things, but mostly why he loves farming.

Compulsory bird housing measures have now been in place for more than 16 weeks as the UK battles its worst outbreak of avian flu to date.

Farming groups have raised concerns about the government’s approach to free trade deals and the cumulative effect on British farming and food.

Farmers who wish to leave the industry will be able to apply for a lump sum payment from the government.

The hit series is set to return with all the season one favourites – Kaleb, Cheerful Charlie, Gerald and Lisa – all continuing to keep a watchful eye on Jeremy Clarkson’s agricultural efforts.