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What is soil health and why does it matter

It's important to have a constant and diverse system of living roots in the ground which feeds the soil and increases organic matter and soil carbon. Soil organic … See more

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A guide to British fruit and vegetables

WEBOur interactive chart will help you find out when British fruit and veg is in season and available to buy. Use the month and fruit/veg filters to narrow your search …

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Get to know our British sheep farmers

WEBNFU Ambassador and young farmer Sioned Davies gives us 8 facts about British lamb that you may not have known, and a few reasons why you should be buying …

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All about British beetroot

WEBBeetroot is a great source of iron and folate and is rich in many vitamins and minerals, including vitamins A, B and C, nitrate, magnesium and antioxidants. Although …

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Animal health and welfare and British farming

WEBIt has Five Freedoms of animal welfare: Freedom from thirst, hunger and malnutrition. Freedom from discomfort and exposure. Freedom from pain, injury and disease. …

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Get to know the British raspberry

WEBThe health benefits of eating British raspberries. Nutritionist Emma Derbyshire said: “Raspberries are a powerful source of nutrients including vitamin C, …

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Why British farmers care about soil management

WEBCaroline Knox is a farmer from the Isle of Wight. Here she takes takes a look at the importance of soil and explains how focussing on soil management on her farm …

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New rules for poultry keepers: what you need to know

WEBIn England and Wales, keepers are encouraged to register their birds ahead of the legal deadline on 1 October 2024. Bird keepers will need to provide information, …

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British blackcurrants: Tasty, nutritious and environmentally friendly

WEBThe blackcurrant season is very short usually starting in July and ending in early August. Blackcurrants provide a high amount of calcium that strengthens bone and teeth. …

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Learn about the provenance of British food and farming

WEBPublic procurement: all you need to know. Food and farming go hand in hand. Find out about the hard work British farmers do to feed the nation while also maintaining high …

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The British egg sector

WEBThe UK egg industry is worth over £1 billion to the UK economy and provides 13,000 jobs. Eggs are a natural source of high quality protein, vitamins and minerals, …

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The UK sugar industry Countryside Online

WEBToday the homegrown sugar industry involves 3,000 sugar beet growers and supports up to 9,500 UK jobs in the wider economy. UK beet production occupies over …

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All you need to know about the British poultry meat sector

WEBPoultry sector and the economy. British farmers rear 1 billion broilers (chickens that are reared for meat) for food every year, which contributes more than …

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Livestock UK beef and sheep production British cattle farming

WEBFood and farming Feeding the nation. Our guide to the British livestock industry sets out the beef farming facts on climate change and the environment, red …

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8 things you didn't know about British lamb

WEBOne tip: low and slow. Slow cooked lamb is one of the most delicious foods, and so easy! Stick a joint of lamb in the slow cooker either overnight or all day and …

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From the farmer’s mouth: 9 reasons to Back British Farming

WEBAnimal welfare. Farming's huge contribution to the British economy. Renewable energy. Sustainable by-products. Health benefits. Protection of our great …

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5 reasons why British lamb is best

WEBBritish lamb is very good for you; not only is it a source of high-quality protein, but it also a source of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin B12, zinc, potassium and …

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Bupa health insurance for NFU Countryside members

WEBCall the NFU Countryside Helpline on 0370 840 2030 to find out how you can save on Bupa health insurance. *Applies to eligible NFU Countryside members on quotes for new …

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