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Environment Agency updated prospects for irrigation - forecast for 2023

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The Environment Agency has provided an update to the prospects for irrigation - forecast for 2023; This is an updated forecast to the one published in February. Read the 2 page summary…

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Nutrient Management and Farming Rules for Water

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Step-by-step guidance to nutrient planning and a summary of following the Farming Rules for Water, provided by FACTS qualified expert advisor Mel Holloway. You can also watch the…

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Navigating farming support schemes in 2023

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Please note: since this article was published a number of announcements on future funding schemes have been made. Please visit defrafarming.blog.gov.uk for the latest information   …

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Cross compliance common breaches and the guidance

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This article details areas of cross compliance which have high levels of non-compliance during inspections. Alongside the correct rules and guidance. 

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Defra announcement 30 March 2022 - support to farmers during the growing season

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Net zero in agriculture

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This article provides an overview of net zero in agriculture, with useful definitions and actions that can be taken on farm to help to achieve it. 

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The Farming Advice Service has produced a number of technical articles, covering a range of topics related to cross compliance. To view the articles please click the 'Download' links.

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