Farming in Five: Dairy farmers urged not to miss contract opportunity

In today's Farming in Five, head of news and business Alex Black discusses the warnings from the dairy sector to not let the opportunities offered by new contract legislation pass them by, Aldi pledges to maintain standards despite new trade deals and a look ahead to the new series of Clarkson's Farm

Alex Black

16 May 2025 • 1 min read

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May 15: Labour urged to 'open its eyes' to the impact of Inheritance Tax changes on farmers' health and well-being

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and Government Ministers have been implored to 'open their eyes' to the realities of Inheritance Tax changes and its impact on the health and well-being of farmers.

Chris Brayford

15 May 2025 • 1 min read

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May 14: US Ag Secretary dismisses chlorinated chicken fears

In today's Farming in Five, the US Agriculture Secretary says the US has failed to dispel the 'myth' of chlorinated chicken, as she seeks to defend her country's farming practices. Concerns mount over UK bioethanol production and arable farmers are urged to be vigilant following the emergence of a new yellow rust strain

Jane Thynne

14 May 2025 • 1 min read

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May 13: Farmers with in-progress SFI applications to be allowed to apply

In today's Farming in Five, head of news and business Alex Black discusses Defra's decision to allow those with in-progress SFI applications starting since January 12 to continue with their applications, following a legal threat from the NFU asserting proper notice had not been given, and Cranswick has launched an investigation after undercover footage revealed alleged 'abuse' at pig farm