Minette Batters news, comment and analysis – Page 13
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NewsCaffè Nero defends 'badger milk' decision, says it received 'serious and credible' threats against staff
Caffè Nero has defended its decision to stop using milk from badger cull areas, saying it was forced to take the step after receiving “serious and credible” threats against its staff.
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NewsSupermarkets refuse to budge on milk after Caffe Nero stirs up storm
Caffe Nero is now refusing to use milk from badger cull areas, which has been met with anger by farmers
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NewsNFU 'delighted' at government public sector sourcing pledge
Farmers have welcomed a government commitment to buy British-sourced produce – and potentially help the UK food industry be £400m-a-year better off.
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NewsBadger cull proposals could 'finish off' UK dairy and beef sectors
Farming minister George Eustice has dismissed scientific research suggesting efforts to tackle bovine tuberculosis should focus on culling cows instead of badgers.
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Comment & OpinionFarmageddon: the big debate - uncut
Farmageddon’s controversial exposé of modern factory farming methods reignited the debate about large-scale farming. We asked four experts – including Farmageddon author Philip Lymbery – for their views.
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Analysis & FeaturesNFU Conference 2014: The Grocer's 10 key highlights
Couldn’t make it to Birmingham? Here’s what you need to know…
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NewsMeurig Raymond is new NFU president
Meurig Raymond is the new president of the National Farmers Union, taking over from Peter Kendall.