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NSA Sheep Northern Ireland hailed a resounding success
Farming Life
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July 3, 2025
The Northern Ireland sheep farming community converged on Dungiven for the highly anticipated NSA Sheep Northern Ireland event on Tuesday (July 1st 2025). The event drew significant attendance and fostered vital industry discussions. Hosted by the...
Scotland’s red meat sector urges support now
The Scottish Farmer
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July 3, 2025
Speaking to more than 300 leaders from across Scotland’s red meat supply chain at the opening of the Royal Highland Show 2025, Quality Meat Scotland (QMS) and the Scottish Red Meat Resilience Group (SRMRG) highlighted the strong demand for...
England’s first luxury sleeper train is set to depart this month
AOL
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Belmond A rendering showing the bar car lounge and panoramic views.On July 21, the Britannic Explorer, A Belmond Train will depart from London’s Victoria Station on its inaugural journey, marking the debut of England and Wales’ first luxury...
Farming 'under threat' from Government policy, meeting hears
IMPARTIAL REPORTER
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DUP MP Carla Lockhart made the remarks at a Defend Our Farms meeting held earlier this week. Hosted by farmer and Clogher Valley DUP Councillor Mark Robinson, the meeting covered key industry concerns including the Nutrient Action Programme (NAP),...
Farmers Market a hit with residents
New Britain Herald - Connecticut
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NEW BRITAIN — Every Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Central Park turns into a welcoming space for vendors, families and curious visitors as the New Britain Farmers Market fills the area with fresh products, live music, and community resources....
Farmers Warn Of Risk To Britain’s Food Supply Due To Extreme Weather
KamCity
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July 3, 2025
3rd July 2025 More than 80% of UK farmers are worried that the “devastating” effect of the climate crisis could damage their ability to make a living, a study has found. Farmers have warned that global heating risks Britain’s supplies of...
British tourist travels to Tenerife and is floored by cost of living
Bristol Post
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July 3, 2025
A British holidaymaker was left gobsmacked by the cost of living in Tenerife, sharing his astonishment in a TikTok video after noticing the stark difference in prices compared to the UK. The man, who goes by deebolar on TikTok, declared that the...
English farms could be taken out of food production to boost nature, says minister
The Guardian
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July 3, 2025
Some farms in England could be taken entirely out of food production under plans to make more space for nature, the environment secretary has said. Speaking at the Groundswell farming festival in Hertfordshire, Steve Reed said a revamp of...
UK public investment creates £3.3 billion boost to offshore wind sector
Open Access Government
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July 3, 2025
A new study has found that funding from the UK’s Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) has played an essential role in the sector’s growth, contributing an estimated £3.3 billion to the economy since 2000. Offshore wind The UK’s offshore...
UK tourists in Canary Islands face new 'ban' after wildfires rage across Europe
Birmingham Live
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July 3, 2025
UK tourists travelling to Gran Canaria, Canary Islands have been warned over a new ban which has come into place. In a bid to battle against the risk of wildfires, the island activated the Infogran fire prevention and response plan on Saturday,...
Nineteen food and drink businesses from Northern Ireland on trade mission to Dublin
The Irish News
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Nineteen food and drink businesses from the north are participating this week in a two-day cross-border trade mission to Dublin, as part of InterTradeIreland’s ‘Trade Missions @ Home’ initiative. The sector is a key contributor to cross-border...
Farm country hails Senate passage of “Big, Beautiful Bill”
Yellowhammer News - Alabama
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July 3, 2025
With U.S. Senate passage of President Donald Trump’s “One Big, Beautiful Bill,” farm country today inched one step closer to a critical increase in the farm safety net, plus record tax cuts. The measure heads back to the House for reconciliation...
UK companies must crack on with cage-free egg pledges
Bakery & Snacks
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The clock is ticking and as 1 December draws near, the scramble is real for Britain’s biggest food players. Just months remain for companies to prove they can turn promises into progress. Some are flying the coop. Others are scratching around. And...
Popular Stirling agricultural show offers excellent day out and rural showcase
Daily Record & Sunday Mail
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July 3, 2025
Doune and Dunblane Show is set to attract the crowds tomorrow, with visitors and competitors enjoying all things rural. The local agricultural show was founded in 1947 and is held annually on the first Saturday in July at Keir Mains, by kind...
RES welcomes consent for Magheralin solar farm
Energy Global
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July 3, 2025
RES has welcomed Armagh City, Banbridge, and Craigavon Borough Council's decision to approve its Magheralin solar farm, in what it says is a crucial step towards a cleaner and more affordable energy future for Northern Ireland. Rachel Buchanan,...
Eco-friendly farms can succeed - but they need support
Earth.com
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Farming in ways that support nature can pay off – not just for the environment, but for crops too. That’s the takeaway from a new study that tested how different methods of agroecological farming perform on real working farms in England. The study...
Consent for major Magheralin solar farm – despite objections from residents and MP
Armagh I
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July 3, 2025
Image for illustration purposes only Plans for a major solar farm in Magheralin have been given the go-ahead despite objections from local residents and an MP. Upper Bann MP Carla Lockhart added her name to the objectors opposing the installation...
British man visits Tenerife but is completely floored by cost of living
The Mirror
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July 3, 2025
A British man who ventured to Tenerife on holiday has been completely floored by the cost of living. He recently opened up about the matter in a TikTok video, as he can't believe just how differently prices compare when shopping in the travel...
Farmers’ Choir Northern Ireland wraps up a season of song
Farming Life
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July 3, 2025
The Farmers’ Choir Northern Ireland, has been lifting spirits through song across the province over the past few weeks, rounding off a busy season filled with music and entertainment. Recently, the choir members participated in a deeply moving and...
Benthic Survey Wraps Up for Scottish Floating Wind Farm
Offshore Wind
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July 3, 2025
Specialist contractors have completed a benthic survey along a 420-kilometre stretch of seabed for the proposed Ossian floating offshore wind farm in Scotland. The month-long benthic campaign gathered information at 122 different sites along the...