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This week's 6 top farming stories

From the UK's Chief Veterinary Officer Christine Middlemiss declaring a bluetongue-restricted zone across Norfolk and Suffolk to advice on combatting theft and criminal damage through improving farm security - these are six farming stories not to miss this week on FG

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This week's 6 top farming stories

READ NOW: Next generation farmers celebrated at first Young British Farming Awards

The Young British Farming Awards, organised by Farmers Guardian and the British Farming Awards, saw young trailblazers recognised from all over the UK.

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READ NOW: SHEEP SPECIAL: Lancashire family's passion for Dalesbred sheep spans four generations

With bloodlines dating back to the 1950's the Dalesbred breed has been at the heart of the Dawson family's farming heritage for four generations.

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READ NOW: UK's Chief Veterinary Officer declares restriction zone in Norfolk and Suffolk after new bluetongue cases

The UK's Chief Veterinary Officer Christine Middlemiss has declared a bluetongue-restricted zone across Norfolk and Suffolk following the uptake in cases since the end of August.

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READ NOW: College provides timely reminder to farmers regarding silage stocks ahead of winter season

A land-based educational facility in Northern Ireland has asked farmers to take stock of the amount of silage they will need on farm ahead of the winter period.

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READ NOW: Harvest 24: mixed results and a move on to next year

AsÌýharvest 2024Ìýapproaches its final stages, the key takeaway remains that it has been variable as farmers record mixed results and turn their thoughts to autumn drilling.

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READ NOW: Getting the right view: Advice for installing security cameras and alarms

Technological advances mean that it is possible to protect even remote sites with CCTV and gate entry systems, but it is important to choose the correct system for your needs.

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