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                    <title> <![CDATA[ CLA says more red tape will mean fewer homes to rent ]]></title>
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                    The CLA has warned the Government that extra regulations on landlords could lead to a housing shortfall in the private rented sector.

Giving evidence on behalf of private rural landlords at a housing inquiry for the influential Communities and Local Government Select Committee, CLA President Harry Cotterell said: "Mandatory registration of landlords and rent controls proposed by the Government would be a disincentive for landlords to rent out properties and could lead to a decrease in supply ...<br /><a href='http://www.farminguk.com/news/CLA-says-more-red-tape-will-mean-fewer-homes-to-rent_25535.html'>Continue Reading</a>
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                   <Createddate> 17/05/2013 11:58:29</Createddate>
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                    <title> <![CDATA[ New discovery 'could shatter' ideas of how agricultural emerged ]]></title>
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                    Archaeologists have made a discovery in southern subtropical China which could revolutionise thinking about how ancient humans lived in the region.

They have uncovered evidence for the first time that people living in Xincun 5,000 years ago may have practised agriculture –before the arrival of domesticated rice in the region.

Current archaeological thinking is that it was the advent of rice cultivation along the Lower Yangtze River  that marked the beginning of agriculture in southern  Chi...<br /><a href='http://www.farminguk.com/news/New-discovery-could-shatter-ideas-of-how-agricultural-emerged_25534.html'>Continue Reading</a>
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                   <Createddate> 17/05/2013 11:41:30</Createddate>
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                    <title> <![CDATA[ Grain Market Report - 17th May 2013 ]]></title>
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                    David Sheppard, Gleadell’s Managing Director, comments on the wheat market.

Wheat

- USDA projects record US and Global 2013 corn output at 359mln t and 969mln t respectively. Global wheat output estimated at a record 701mln t.

- Ukraine’s 2012/13 grain exports reach 21.3mln t, including 6.6mln t of wheat – this compares with 18.7mln t in 2011/2012.

- SovEcon sees Russia likely to export 1mln t of grain in May-June; this will exceed official forecasts.

- Brazil facing a flood of co...<br /><a href='http://www.farminguk.com/news/Grain-Market-Report-17th-May-2013_25533.html'>Continue Reading</a>
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                   <Createddate> 17/05/2013 11:31:35</Createddate>
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                    <title> <![CDATA[ New nitrate rule changes receive mixed reaction ]]></title>
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                    New nitrate regulations will have both positive and negative impacts on farmers in Nitrate Vulnerable Zones (NVZs), the NFU said today.

The new provisions, that come into force today, revise NVZ boundaries and mean around 6,700 fewer farms will be affected by the rules. 

They also introduce welcome changes such as allowing spreading of manure to within six metres of watercourses, if using precision spreading equipment and the removal of the need to keep certain records, if applying nitrate...<br /><a href='http://www.farminguk.com/news/New-nitrate-rule-changes-receive-mixed-reaction_25532.html'>Continue Reading</a>
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                   <Createddate> 17/05/2013 11:11:26</Createddate>
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                    <title> <![CDATA[ Dog attacks on livestock rise across the UK ]]></title>
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                    Dog owners are still not acting responsibly enough to prevent a high number of injuries and deaths to livestock according to the National Sheep Association.

NSA says the number of dog attacks on sheep per year in the UK is impossible to judge, as many go unreported, but predicts the problems stretches into the thousands. It has collected information on 100 of those attacks to gain a better insight into what is happening.

The data showed more than half (57%) of attacks happened in private, ...<br /><a href='http://www.farminguk.com/news/Dog-attacks-on-livestock-rise-across-the-UK_25531.html'>Continue Reading</a>
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                   <Createddate> 17/05/2013 10:56:06</Createddate>
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                    <title> <![CDATA[ FUW claims Irish fodder scheme distorting market for Welsh farmers ]]></title>
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                    A €2m southern Irish government scheme to help its farmers to import fodder from the UK and other EU countries is distorting the market for Welsh farmers also in desperate need of fodder, the Farmers' Union of Wales claimed today.

The imported fodder transport scheme has been established due to the severe shortages in the republic caused by severe weather over the past 12 months.

But the problems facing Welsh farmers are no different and are, in fact, being exacerbated by the Irish scheme,...<br /><a href='http://www.farminguk.com/news/FUW-claims-Irish-fodder-scheme-distorting-market-for-Welsh-farmers_25529.html'>Continue Reading</a>
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                   <Createddate> 16/05/2013 16:55:25</Createddate>
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                    <title> <![CDATA[ Chicago Grain Market Report - 16th May 2013 ]]></title>
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                    Soycomplex

NOPA pegged the April US crush at 120.113 million bushels versus trade expectations of 125-126 million. That's down sharply from 137.08 million bushels in March and the April 2012 crush of 131.708 million. Talk of significant planting progress since the weekend is also a little bearish for new crop. 

Dry Midwest weather with only scattered showers for the next 3 days and the above normal temps that are in forecast for Saturday and Sunday should allow further progress to be made....<br /><a href='http://www.farminguk.com/news/Chicago-Grain-Market-Report-16th-May-2013_25528.html'>Continue Reading</a>
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                   <Createddate> 16/05/2013 11:07:41</Createddate>
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                    <title> <![CDATA[ Sercombe elected chairman of sheep and goat advisory group ]]></title>
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                    NFU livestock board chairman Charles Sercombe has been elected chairman of the European Commission Advisory Group for sheep and goat meat.

Sercombe, who farms near Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire will take up the post with immediate effect.

In taking on the role, he outlined his main aims as boosting lamb consumption in the EU, working to ensure the industry has viable margins, is in a position to expand and can provide an attractive career for future generations.

Mr Sercombe said: “I am...<br /><a href='http://www.farminguk.com/news/Sercombe-elected-chairman-of-sheep-and-goat-advisory-group_25527.html'>Continue Reading</a>
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                   <Createddate> 16/05/2013 10:53:03</Createddate>
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                    <title> <![CDATA[ Schmallenberg surveillance results out ]]></title>
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                    The first round of Schmallenberg surveillance testing in Scotland is almost complete with no positive samples identified.

NFU Scotland, working with SRUC and Biobest, has established a network of dairy farms across the whole of Scotland where bulk milk tanks are being tested on a month basis for the presence of Schmallenberg Virus (SBV) antibodies.  To date 91 tests have returned negative with five test results still outstanding.  Testing will be repeated again in June and July.

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                   <Createddate> 16/05/2013 10:45:51</Createddate>
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                    <title> <![CDATA[ Tough times ahead for farmers, says Quinney ]]></title>
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                    The next 12 months are going to be 'tough for farmers' as the adverse weather conditions continue to have a knock on effect according to NFU Vice President Adam Quinney, as he spoke to members at a recent conference.

"We’re doing all we can to help farmers through these difficult times. We have spoken to all the major institutional landlords and the banks in recent weeks to explain the long term value of farming and the help farmers need now to get them through the difficult times as a result...<br /><a href='http://www.farminguk.com/news/Tough-times-ahead-for-farmers-says-Quinney_25525.html'>Continue Reading</a>
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                   <Createddate> 16/05/2013 10:20:29</Createddate>
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                    <title> <![CDATA[ Path bridge inspections are 'vital and should be routine' ]]></title>
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                    As the countryside makes ready for summer visitors, Smiths Gore is advising farmers and landowners that they should be mindful of their duty of care owed to members of the public. 

Regular inspections of path bridges on their land should be carried out to identify any defects and minimise risk to the public.

Smiths Gore has recently undertaken an inspection programme of 91 bridges on behalf of Scottish Government agency Scottish Natural Heritage identifying necessary repairs and remedial w...<br /><a href='http://www.farminguk.com/news/Path-bridge-inspections-are-vital-and-should-be-routine-_25524.html'>Continue Reading</a>
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                   <Createddate> 16/05/2013 10:11:41</Createddate>
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                    <title> <![CDATA[ Challenge your MPs on CAP says NFU ]]></title>
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                    The NFU is urging its members to use the agricultural show season to challenge their MPs on how they want to see the Common Agriculture Policy working for English farmers.

With UK ministers set to make decisions on how the CAP will be implemented in the coming months, NFU President Peter Kendall stressed there were five key points farmers should raise with their MPs to ensure English farmers were not disadvantaged against their colleagues in Europe – or in neighbouring parts of the UK.

The...<br /><a href='http://www.farminguk.com/news/Challenge-your-MPs-on-CAP-says-NFU_25523.html'>Continue Reading</a>
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                   <Createddate> 16/05/2013 10:04:57</Createddate>
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                    <title> <![CDATA[ Weather delays demand across global nutrient markets ]]></title>
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                    Diverse weather across the Northern Hemisphere is bringing significant uncertainty to the 2013 Q2 fertiliser markets, according to a new report.

The fast-approaching Northern Hemisphere planting season will be pivotal in driving short-term agri-commodity prices. 

A large planting is expected but uncertainty with regard to future weather trends, combined with the current cold and wet conditions, will delay the normal cycle of fertiliser restocking for first half and fall applications. 

A...<br /><a href='http://www.farminguk.com/news/Weather-delays-demand-across-global-nutrient-markets_25522.html'>Continue Reading</a>
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                   <Createddate> 16/05/2013 10:00:22</Createddate>
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                    <title> <![CDATA[ MEP slams EU funding for bullfighting ]]></title>
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                    Keith Taylor, the Green MEP for the South East of England, has criticized the European Union for propping up the bullfighting industry in Spain.

The MP's criticisms follow the publication of a report which suggests that bullfighting would be unviable without the generous subsidies given to the industry by the European Union.

The report estimates that bullfighting receives over £100m worth of subsidies from the EU, predominantly through the Common Agricultural Policy.

Taylor has joined o...<br /><a href='http://www.farminguk.com/news/MEP-slams-EU-funding-for-bullfighting_25521.html'>Continue Reading</a>
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                   <Createddate> 16/05/2013 09:54:40</Createddate>
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                    <title> <![CDATA[ World's first real live pig feed aids animal welfare charity ]]></title>
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                    The world’s first real live pig feed is broadcast on a large format outdoor advertising screen in London this week to raise donations and support for the farm animal welfare charity, Compassion in World Farming.

A group of Tamworth pigs on the organic Wren Davis farm in Great Missenden, Bucks, take a starring role in the live, interactive broadcast, which invites shoppers at London’s Westfield Centre to feed the animals in return for a £1 charity donation.

The campaign, created by the mark...<br /><a href='http://www.farminguk.com/news/World-s-first-real-live-pig-feed-aids-animal-welfare-charity_25520.html'>Continue Reading</a>
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                   <Createddate> 16/05/2013 09:50:46</Createddate>
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                    <title> <![CDATA[ FUW disappointed as sky lanterns and helium balloons ban ruled out ]]></title>
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                    The Farmers’ Union of Wales today expressed its disappointment that a government study on the effects of sky lanterns and helium balloons on the environment failed to support calls for them to be banned.

Jointly commissioned by Defra and the Welsh Government, the study was carried out by ADAS into the risks of sky lanterns and helium balloons to livestock health and welfare; the environment (including litter); fire risk; damage to marine life and consumer safety.

"After consulting our memb...<br /><a href='http://www.farminguk.com/news/FUW-disappointed-as-sky-lanterns-and-helium-balloons-ban-ruled-out_25519.html'>Continue Reading</a>
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                   <Createddate> 15/05/2013 15:56:08</Createddate>
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                    <title> <![CDATA[ Ann Botterill who helped revive the Christmas goose market ]]></title>
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                    Ann Botterill, whose north Leicestershire family helped in reviving the Christmas goose market, has died peacefully in a nursing home near Woodhall Spa, Lincolnshire, aged 72.  

A council member of British Goose Producers for many years, Ann was one of those small group in the 1980s who saw the potential to develop the goose market into the thriving sector it has become and did much to promote the image of the goose to benefit not just their own production but the sector generally. 

The Bo...<br /><a href='http://www.farminguk.com/news/Ann-Botterill-who-helped-revive-the-Christmas-goose-market_25518.html'>Continue Reading</a>
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                   <Createddate> 15/05/2013 14:54:22</Createddate>
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                    <title> <![CDATA[ Taste of success at Pig & Poultry Marketing Awards ]]></title>
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                    The reputation of the KellyBronze turkey for flavour is enhanced by the latest accolade for the product, gaining the Taste of Excellence Award at the Pig & Poultry Marketing Awards at the London Marriott County Hall by the River Thames.    

Commenting on the second successful event for Kelly Turkeys at the awards, the judges stated:  “This year Kelly Turkeys surpassed itself with another succulent bird – we were impressed by how well it cooked, the tenderness of the meat and the overall textu...<br /><a href='http://www.farminguk.com/news/Taste-of-success-at-Pig-Poultry-Marketing-Awards_25517.html'>Continue Reading</a>
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                   <Createddate> 15/05/2013 14:25:52</Createddate>
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                    <title> <![CDATA[ Redundant farm buildings could become cash cows ]]></title>
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                    Further details of planning regulations have been unveiled which aim to benefit struggling farmers by allowing easier conversion of redundant farm buildings.

The government has announced legislation will come into force on Thursday, May 30 that will allow land owners to change the use of buildings from commercial use to residential use, and from agricultural use to commercial use much more easily.

Agricultural property experts at rural planning specialists Fisher German, which has 14 offic...<br /><a href='http://www.farminguk.com/news/Redundant-farm-buildings-could-become-cash-cows_25516.html'>Continue Reading</a>
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                   <Createddate> 15/05/2013 11:21:16</Createddate>
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                    <title> <![CDATA[ Biomass & Farming Businesses host Business Secretary ]]></title>
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                    Secretary of State for Business, Innovation and Skills Vince Cable MP and Secretary of State for Scotland Michael Moore MP visited a growing farm-based biomass energy business on Saturday (11th May) to discuss the challenges facing farmers looking to embrace renewable energy technologies.

Secretary of State for Business, Innovation and Skills Vince Cable MP and Secretary of State for Scotland Michael Moore MP visited Topling Ltd on Saturday while they were attending a meeting to discuss the c...<br /><a href='http://www.farminguk.com/news/Biomass-Farming-Businesses-host-Business-Secretary_25515.html'>Continue Reading</a>
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