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'Battle Bluetongue' campaign aims to vaccinate farm animals against virus

'Battle Bluetongue' campaign aims to vaccinate farm animals against virus

Livestock farmers are being urged to consult their vet about vaccinating their herds and flocks against disease this spring as part of a new "Battle...

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Norfolk farmers will head to London for Pancake Day tax protest

Norfolk farmers will head to London for Pancake Day tax protest

Norfolk farmers will join thousands from across the country in London next week for a Pancake Day protest against a "cruel" family farm tax.

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Shepherdess gears up for a hectic first lambing season at historic Norfolk estate

Shepherdess gears up for a hectic first lambing season at historic Norfolk estate

A Norfolk shepherdess is gearing up for her first lambing season at a historic estate -  which has reintroduced sheep as part of a move towards...

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Defra secretary faces farmers' anger over 'morally wrong' inheritance tax

Defra secretary faces farmers' anger over 'morally wrong' inheritance tax

A government minister faced farmers' anger over a "morally wrong and economically flawed" tax raid during an industry conference.

26.02.2025 4

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Surge in 'horrific' dog attacks on farm animals sparks plea to pet owners

Surge in 'horrific' dog attacks on farm animals sparks plea to pet owners

Farm animals worth an estimated £97,000 were severely injured or killed in dog attacks in the East of England last year - a "worrying" year-on-year...

24.02.2025 3

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Hi-tech air-sensing device could help farmers spot crop diseases faster

Hi-tech air-sensing device could help farmers spot crop diseases faster

New air-sensing technology developed in Norfolk can help farmers rapidly spot airborne crop disease threats, said a Norwich genomics researcher.

23.02.2025 5

Norwich Evening News

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Hi-tech air-sensing device could help farmers spot crop diseases faster

Hi-tech air-sensing device could help farmers spot crop diseases faster

New air-sensing technology developed in Norfolk can help farmers rapidly spot airborne crop disease threats, said a Norwich genomics researcher.

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Farmer's anger and distress over 'career-ending' inheritance tax threat

Farmer's anger and distress over 'career-ending' inheritance tax threat

A Norfolk farmer has voiced his anger and distress over "career-ending" new inheritance tax rules which could force the sale of land his family has...

23.02.2025 10

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Ice Age pond restorations bring rare species back from the past

Ice Age pond restorations bring rare species back from the past

A project to restore Ice Age ponds in the Brecks has sparked an "astonishing revival" of rare wildlife - as well as uncovering evidence of...

23.02.2025 10

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Bird flu found in grey seals on north Norfolk coast

Bird flu found in grey seals on north Norfolk coast

A "small number" of grey seals on the north Norfolk coast have become infected with bird flu, according to animal health officials.

20.02.2025 5

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Farm businesses on security alert after thieves raid agrochemical stores

Farm businesses on security alert after thieves raid agrochemical stores

Farm businesses have been warned to be on high alert after "well-organised" thieves raided two agrochemical stores.

20.02.2025 10

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Farm tax fury grows as Treasury ministers 'unwilling to listen' to compromise

Farm tax fury grows as Treasury ministers 'unwilling to listen' to compromise

Furious farming leaders were left with “boiling blood” after Treasury ministers faced down their arguments to rethink proposed changes to farm...

20.02.2025 7

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Sir Ed mucks in at Norfolk farm during campaign against 'cruel' tax raid

Sir Ed mucks in at Norfolk farm during campaign against 'cruel' tax raid

Lib Dem leader Ed Davey warned that countless family farms are "on the brink" of closure while visiting a Norfolk farm facing "career-ending" new...

19.02.2025 4

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Farmers invited to join live podcast audience at free social evening

Farmers invited to join live podcast audience at free social evening

Farmers have been invited to be part of a live podcast audience at a free social evening designed to boost their wellbeing.

16.02.2025 3

Norwich Evening News

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How prepared are Norfolk farms for an onslaught of disease threats?

How prepared are Norfolk farms for an onslaught of disease threats?

The readiness of East Anglian farms to combat the onslaught of disease threats facing their animals and crops was discussed at Norfolk's...

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Farmers invited to join live podcast audience at free social evening

Farmers invited to join live podcast audience at free social evening

Farmers have been invited to be part of a live podcast audience at a free social evening designed to boost their wellbeing.

16.02.2025 10

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World-renowned crop scientist will be new director of Norfolk research centre

World-renowned crop scientist will be new director of Norfolk research centre

An "outstanding", world-renowned crop scientist has been selected to lead one of Norfolk's most prestigious research institutes.

14.02.2025 5

Norwich Evening News

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World-renowned crop scientist will be new director of Norfolk research centre

World-renowned crop scientist will be new director of Norfolk research centre

An "outstanding", world-renowned crop scientist has been selected to lead one of Norfolk's most prestigious research institutes.

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PM claims farming at 'top of agenda' after minister's controversial Norfolk comments

PM claims farming at 'top of agenda' after minister's controversial Norfolk comments

The prime minister said farming is "top of the agenda" after one of his ministers told Norfolk farmers that agriculture was not high on the...

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Wine production plummets by 80pc after vineyard's 'most difficult year'

Wine production plummets by 80pc after vineyard's 'most difficult year'

A Norfolk vineyard says wine production plummeted by almost 80pc for its 2024 vintage after "atrocious" weather contributed to its "most difficult...

14.02.2025 8

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Food minister warns Norfolk farmers there will be "no change" to family farm tax

Food minister warns Norfolk farmers there will be

Defra’s food minister warned angry Norfolk farmers that the government’s budget “is not going to change” after facing questions about an...

12.02.2025 6

Norwich Evening News

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Food minister warns Norfolk farmers there will be "no change" to family farm tax

Food minister warns Norfolk farmers there will be

Defra’s food minister warned angry Norfolk farmers that the government’s budget “is not going to change” after facing questions about an...

12.02.2025 8

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TV star joins food minister and soil experts to discuss Fenland farming

TV star joins food minister and soil experts to discuss Fenland farming

A TV presenter, a government minister and national food experts discussed Fenland peat management strategies with East Anglian farmers at an industry...

11.02.2025 7

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Lobbyist will explain why farmers must build closer links with politicians

Lobbyist will explain why farmers must build closer links with politicians

The need for farmers to build closer relationships with politicians in order to shape agricultural policy will be discussed at a free event in...

10.02.2025 10

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More farmland hit the market last year, say rural agents

The amount of farmland listed for sale in the East of England rose last year as average prices cooled slightly, according to rural property agents.

09.02.2025 9

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Farming apprentices reveal what drew them into their countryside careers

Four Norfolk farming apprentices have revealed how hands-on learning has given them a vital first foothold on the career ladder for their chosen...

09.02.2025 7

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What questions must farmers ask before signing 'Natural Capital' deals?

Farmers were advised how to navigate the complex maze of "Natural Capital" revenue opportunities during an event in Norfolk.

09.02.2025 10

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Food minister faces 'strong emotions' from furious farmers at Norfolk conference

Farmers have been encouraged to "voice their strong emotions" over an "unfair and unjust tax" when a government minister speaks in Norfolk next week.

07.02.2025 3

Norwich Evening News

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Food minister faces 'strong emotions' from furious farmers at Norfolk conference

Farmers have been encouraged to "voice their strong emotions" over an "unfair and unjust tax" when a government minister speaks in Norfolk next week.

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MPs criticise 'excessive' supermarket profits and demand fairer deals for farmers

Norfolk MPs have written to the "big six" supermarket bosses, demanding fairer deals for farmers who face financial struggles while food retailers...

06.02.2025 10

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Young farmers urged to 'dream big' and cash in on career-boosting skills fund

Norfolk's young farmers need to cash in on their clubs' career-boosting skills fund, says a rural entrepreneur who has used it to expand his own...

02.02.2025 10

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'Exciting' county farm tenancy has farming, fishing and camping opportunities

An "exciting opportunity" has emerged for aspiring farmers to take on a diverse, publicly-owned farm with fishing, camping and equestrian ventures.

02.02.2025 10

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Government must boost UK food production by 30pc by 2050, say MPs

The government must adopt an ambitious new innovation agenda to ramp up UK food production by 30pc by 2050, says a committee led by a Norfolk MP.

01.02.2025 8

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Farm hygiene is now 'critical' for sugar beet growers after pesticide bid refused

Sugar beet growers were warned that farm hygiene is "critical" to protect their crops from virus threats after an emergency pesticide bid was refused.

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Poultry culled as suspected bird flu infection found at farm near Loddon

Poultry has been culled after a suspected bird flu case was found at a farm near Loddon.

31.01.2025 4

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Former England rugby star joins fellow Norfolk farmers in tax campaign

Norfolk farmers including a former England rugby star spoke with supermarket shoppers to rally public support in their battle against a "vindictive"...

26.01.2025 9

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Spring seminars will discuss 'significant changes' for farming sector

A series of industry seminars is being organised to help East Anglia's farmers navigate a "significant period of change in the agricultural sector".

26.01.2025 8

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'Trusted and unflappable' Holkham grain stalwart retires after 44 years

A "trusted and unflappable" grain store stalwart who built the Holkham Estate's reputation for handling quality barley and wheat has retired after...

26.01.2025 9

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Inheritance tax row intensifies as farmers prepare for 'Day of Unity'

Political debates over controversial changes to farm inheritance tax have intensified as farmers prepare for a public "Day of Unity" to highlight...

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Emergency pesticide refusal leaves beet crops exposed to virus threat, warn farmers

East Anglia's sugar beet growers fear their crops have been left exposed to a "devastating" virus threat after the government rejected an emergency...

25.01.2025 9

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Rural agency launches international alliance to grasp global farming opportunities

A Norfolk-based rural agency has launched a new International Ag Alliance (IAA) with two other global agricultural land investment and farm advisory...

24.01.2025 8

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Norfolk flooding summit seeks united action to tackle growing threats

The growing threat of flooding - and the collaborative actions needed to tackle it - will be discussed by more than 100 key stakeholders at a...

23.01.2025 8

Norwich Evening News

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Bluetongue restrictions eased as livestock disease risk falls

The falling risk of bluetongue disease has prompted the chief vet to ease some of the animal movement restrictions which have frustrated livestock...

23.01.2025 20

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Norfolk flooding summit seeks united action to tackle growing threats

The growing threat of flooding - and the collaborative actions needed to tackle it - will be discussed by more than 100 key stakeholders at a...

23.01.2025 20

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Defra food minister will speak to Norfolk farmers at major industry conference

The government's farming minister will be among the keynote speakers when the Norfolk Farming Conference returns next month.

19.01.2025 20

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Disease risk raised for UK farms after 'worrying' foot and mouth outbreak in Germany

The government said it will do “whatever it takes” to protect British farmers from foot and mouth disease (FMD) after a "worrying" outbreak was...

18.01.2025 20

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Norfolk's average rainfall dropped in 2024 despite record-breaking downpours

Despite some extreme downpours, Norfolk was drier in 2024 than in the previous year, according to the county's rainfall recorders.

18.01.2025 9

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British Sugar factories sliced a million tonnes of beet in three weeks this Christmas

British Sugar's factories sliced more than a million tonnes of sugar beet in three weeks this Christmas - their most productive festive period...

17.01.2025 10

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Aylsham Show hands out £22,000 to a record number of charities and good causes

A record number of Norfolk charities, community groups and good causes have shared £22,000 made at last summer's Aylsham Show.

16.01.2025 4

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Norfolk peer sparks House of Lords debate on 'stampede' for new solar farms

A Norfolk peer has sparked a debate in the House of Lords in a bid to prevent solar farms being built on the best agricultural land.

15.01.2025 10

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