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Feeling valued and involved in decision-making associated with higher mental wellbeing and lower loneliness for women in farming, research finds

Women in farming who feel valued and supported and are involved in decision-making on the farm report higher mental wellbeing...

University of Exeter expert urges Government and industry to step up efforts to eliminate Bovine TB

The Government and industry need to step up efforts to eliminate Bovine TB through better testing, vaccinations for badgers and...

Government’s land use changes could threaten agricultural resilience and food security, experts warn

The Government’s proposed new Land Use Framework could threaten agricultural resilience and food security, experts have warned. The reforms could...

Women in farming wellbeing survey launches during mental health awareness week

Researchers are seeking the views of women in farming to help improve the support provided for their health and wellbeing....

University of Exeter expert appointed to panel examining new evidence about bovine TB

A University of Exeter expert has been appointed to a reconvened panel to examine new evidence about bovine TB. The...

New low carbon insulation made by farm workers could support rural economies, experts hope

The production of low carbon, plant-based insulating blocks by agricultural workers from farm materials could help to support rural economies...