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Another three councils, including the first in Scotland, have opposed the plant-based movement, showing support for local farmers. 

The question of lynx reintroduction to the UK has resurfaced, with some farmers arguing in favour of the scheme, despite ongoing concerns about the impacts to livestock.

The Scottish government has launched a consultation on plans to modernise how cattle are tagged, identified and traced.

The Institute of Auctioneers and Appraisers in Scotland (IAAS) has issued a reminder of the VAN requirement for non-assured livestock. 

Defra has self-declared “zonal freedom” from bird flu. The UK is now in line with World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) rules. 

Despite Wales being the most popular country in the UK for outdoor holidays, Welsh landowners are turning away from pop-up campsites – amid uncertainty over the future of Permitted Development Rights.

Scotland’s largest independent dairy, Graham’s The Family Dairy, has launched a brand-new product to meet an increased demand for naturally nutrient-rich protein food. 

Food Standards Scotland (FSS) is urging farmers to follow five steps to prevent lead and copper poisoning this grazing season.

Dog owners are being warned to be extra careful while visiting sheep and lamb grazing areas. The alert also coincides with the launch of the 2024 Sheep Worrying Awareness Week on Monday 25th March.

Red Tractor’s chair has acknowledged that errors were made in the development of the Greener Farms Commitment.

The UK government has been urged to deliver for UK food security as a drastic reduction in crops is expected due to wet weather. 

A performance by The Farmers’ Choir has raised £46,000 for Scottish agriculture charity, RSABI, and Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance (SCAA).