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NPA to challenge EA stance on covering slurry stores
The NPA has said it will challenge the position taken by the Environment Agency on the requirement for permitted producers…
Environment
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NFU sets out its net zero greenhouse gas emissions targets
How British farming hopes to reach net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040, will today be unveiled by the NFU.…
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Why the pressure is on to change our soya habits
Even before the recent Amazon fires burned, pressure was growing to source soya for pig feed more responsibly, or to…
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Environment Agency explains farming rules for water
The Environment Agency has clarified the rules concerning the application of organic manures or manufactured fertilisers in preparation for autumn…
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Slurry stores must be covered by February 2021
The Environment Agency has confirmed that slurry stores and lagoons must be covered by February 2021, unless an appropriate alternative is…
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Changes to environmental regulation – what you need to know
Some complex environmental regulatory issues could soon start having a significant impact on pig businesses. NPA policy services officer Lizzie…
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Norfolk meeting to examine benefits of pigs in the rotation
AHDB is hosting a meeting for landlords and outdoor pig keepers in Norfolk to hear how producers and landlords can work together…
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Podcast: Environmental permitting for pig farmers – what it means for you
AHDB has released a podcast, featuring Environment Agency representatives, explaining what the changes to the environmental permitting system mean for pig…
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Government pledges to work with industry on Clean Air Strategy
Farmers will face new restrictions on the storage and use of fertilisers and manure, under the Government’s new Clean Air…
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Investment in new buildings is solution to air quality challenge
The key to reducing ammonia emissions and improving air quality on pig farms is to promote investment in newer, more…