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New rules for areas facing 'significant scarcity' as agency bids to protect rivers

The Environment Agency said five areas in England are officially in drought, with six more experiencing prolonged dry weather following the driest six months to July since 1976

Star of Clarkson's Farm says farm could not keep going without additional income from farm shop and Farmer's Dog pub

Farmer shuts down meat-box business as weather extremes and lack of Government support take their toll

Defra says it has put measures in place to minimise disruption for farm businesses

Study reveals 80% of farmers have had productivity hit by extreme weather, while 75% reported experiencing financial losses

Farmers have been urged to use water wisely as rising temperatures cause concerns over a possible drought

Latest report says cereals paying price for accelerated crop development

River flow and rainfall averages plummet as dry weather set to continue

AHDB survey offers latest cereals update