The all-Wales NVZ designation, which came as a shock to the industry, could have implications across the board, but those in the dairy sector will be most likely to feel its implications.
One of the most popular subjects now, is how agriculture affects the environment with many Farm Assurance Providers pledging to include reference to it in their standards. The next big name to make such a pledge is one of the UK’s biggest supermarket chains, Morrisons.
The Environment Agency are cracking down on the enforcement of the Farming Rules for Water Regulations in England. In a nutshell this means that manure which has traditionally been incorporated under the winter wheat during the autumn cannot be spread (unless agronomically justified).
Over the last 2/3 years, we have started taking steps in the right direction to speak openly about the effects the long hours, painful losses and in some cases constant threats, have on the mental health of farmers and their families.
Livestock movements can cause a migraine when it comes to the paperwork involved. There are a lot of things to consider, such as when to report or record a move, whether a movement licence or a TB test is required, when to notify BCMS, and not to mention standstill restrictions!
To better reflect the contributions made by those with HLS agreements and to support the continued protection and management of these sites, Defra are increasing HLS payment rates.
Following the temporary closure of the Capital Grants scheme in November 2024, Defra has announced that sufficient funding has been secured for 2025/26.
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