AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoAnimal Health: Scotland has declared a nationwide avian influenza prevention zone as cases rise, with new outbreaks also confirmed at poultry farms in England. Namibia’s foot-and-mouth outbreak has prompted the UK to suspend imports of fresh bovine, sheep and goat meat, highlighting wider biosecurity and supply risks. Land and Energy: The government rejected the proposed 840MW Botley West solar farm, citing harm to the Green Belt and heritage sites, aviation risks and concerns over how farmland was assessed. Northern Ireland Cattle Cull: A review found June’s cull of 51 cattle lawful and the method appropriate, but raised serious concerns over planning, record-keeping and oversight; an injured calf was found on a public road days later. Farm Markets: Lakeland Dairies held its October base milk price, while the UFU warned seasonal bonuses are no substitute for a sustainable long-term market price. Asda, meanwhile, announced £250m in long-term investment to back British growers. British Produce: A new Hove pizzeria is making every pizza with flour from 100% British regeneratively farmed wheat, putting domestic producers at the heart of its menu.
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