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'Look out, look up': National Grid's safety message as Farm Safety Week begins
TODAY (July 22) marks the start of Farm Safety Week - and National Grid have released a safety message to farmers regarding power lines. Farm Safety Week, an annual campaign led by the Farm Safety Foundation (Yellow Wellies), aims to raise awareness
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Land for growing fruit and vegetables should be doubled, new Government told
FARMING and environment groups have called on the new Government to double the amount of land used to grow fruit and vegetables. The UK must stop relying on imports and fix diets by scaling up a “nature-friendly” British horticulture sector, an
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Farming incomes in England falls by £1 billion in 2023, latest data reveals
Farming incomes in England dropped by over £1 billion last year, according to recent government data. Total Income from Farming (TIFF), a key indicator of the agricultural sector's performance, was estimated at £4.5 billion, down by £1.1b (-19%
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Dunster Show's 'magical' family day out returning for 176th year
DUNSTER Show is back for its 176th year next month, and this year's offering is jam-packed with family-friendly entertainment. The traditional agricultural show will take place on Friday, August 16, on the lawns below the "magical" Dunster Castle
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Latest on plans for 230 homes, pub and takeaway on edge of Wiltshire town
Fresh plans have been submitted to build 230 homes, alongside a pub and a takeaway, on the edge of a Wiltshire town. Last May, Wiltshire Council approved an outline proposal to build up to 230 dwellings, a drinking establishment, and a hot food