The latest, everything in order.
Every BritFarmers piece — news, guides, market updates and grant briefs — newest first. 63 pieces published, all human-written, all checked against primary sources.
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Industry
Green light given to relocate key south east livestock market
South Oxfordshire District Council has given the green light to relocate one of the south east's most important livestock markets, in a decision describe...
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Arable
Spring Barley Drilling Guide 2026: Seed Rates, Timing and Variety Choice
Complete guide to spring barley drilling 2026 — when to drill, best seed rates, top varieties and field management for UK farmers.
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Industry
Bluetongue Cases Reach 328 as Spring Calving Brings Severe Birth Defects
The number of confirmed bluetongue cases across Great Britain has reached 328 since the 2025-2026 season began, with the disease continuing to devastate ...
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Industry
Bird flu restrictions eased with outdoor access from 9 April
The Government has confirmed that mandatory bird flu housing restrictions will be lifted from 00:01 on Thursday 9 April 2026, giving flocks access to out...
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News
Ulster Farmers’ Union Demands Government Action as Input Costs Skyrocket
The Ulster Farmers' Union has fired a warning shot at Downing Street, writing directly to Prime Minister Kier Starmer and Secretary of State for Northern...
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News
Landowner hit with England’s biggest ever illegal tree felling fine
A record £268,751 fine for illegal tree felling in Leicestershire sends a stark warning to farmers about countryside compliance.
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News
UK opens door to Japan’s £1.4 billion organic market
The UK and Japan formally recognised the equivalency of each other’s organic livestock standards, meaning British producers now need only a single UK.
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Industry
AgriSearch appoints Norman McMordie as new chair
AgriSearch appoints Norman McMordie as new chair. What the leadership change means for NI farmer-funded agricultural research.
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Industry
Ulster Bank warns of premium shift as NI farmland prices strengthen
Ulster Bank’s head of agriculture, Cormac McKervey, told BritFarmers that the traditional gap between bare land and property with farm buildings has virt...
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News
Stormont passes landmark ANC Bill as cross-party backing delivers hope
In a rare display of political unity at Stormont, an Areas of Natural Constraint (ANC) Private Members’ Bill has cleared its second reading with backing.
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Industry
“Wainwright way” becomes England’s newest National Trail
The 190-mile Coast to Coast Path is now a National Trail after £5.5m government investment, bringing new opportunities and responsibilities for farmers.
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Industry
AHDB Welcomes Two New Board Members as Sector Faces Critical Crossroads
The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board has confirmed two new independent board members, with their terms beginning this spring.
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News
Avian Influenza housing measures lifted
The Deputy Chief Veterinary Officer confirmed the decision on 2 April following a risk assessment that showed highly pathogenic avian influenza levels in...
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News
Landowners back Cairngorms fire ban amid escalating wildfire risk
A seasonal fire ban has descended across the Cairngorms National Park this week, with landowners describing the move as a “vital step” to combat a growing.
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Industry
£1,600 audit funding boost as advice scheme reopens for Scottish farmers
Scottish farmers have a window of opportunity to claim up to £1,600 for biodiversity audits as the Specialist Advice Grants (SAG) scheme reopened on 1.
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News
Consumer Council for Water Board Refreshed with Three New Appointments
Three new board members join the Consumer Council for Water, with immediate implications for agricultural water users across England and Wales.
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News
What happens when you report a notifiable disease in your animals
Farmers face immediate movement restrictions and APHA investigations when reporting notifiable diseases — here's what the process actually looks like and.
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News
Northern Ireland Publishes Wildfire Reduction Plan
Farming communities across Northern Ireland are facing a new era of wildfire management after the Stormont government published its first thorough action...
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