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Farmers Unite to Save Livestock After Bushfires

In the wake of devastating Victorian bushfires, communities like Longwood are rallying to save surviving livestock. Neil Tubb's farm has become a crucial hay depot, coordinating over $200,000 in donations.

Victoria counts cost after devastating bushfires

Victoria reels from catastrophic bushfires that destroyed 350 structures, including firefighters' homes. Premier announces fundraising appeal as state braces for ongoing fire season.

Longwood Bushfire Devastates Central Victoria

As the Longwood bushfire ravages central Victoria, residents like David Rigby defend their homes. Over 350,000 hectares burned, 300 structures destroyed. Read the full story of survival and loss.

Farmers Protest EU-Mercosur Deal in Paris

French farmers stage dramatic tractor protest in Paris, fearing unfair competition from cheaper South American imports under the imminent EU-Mercosur trade agreement. Read the latest.

French Farmers Protest EU-Mercosur Trade Deal in Paris

French farmers have blockaded central Paris with tractors, protesting an imminent EU-Mercosur trade deal they fear will flood Europe with cheaper South American produce. The crucial vote is set for Friday.

Farm Inheritance Tax Relief Raised to £2.5m

The government has raised the inheritance tax relief threshold for farmers from £1m to £2.5m following intense protests. Critics say the personal cost to families won't be forgotten. Read the full story.

Labour U-turns on family farm inheritance tax

Keir Starmer waters down the 'cruel' family farm tax, doubling the inheritance threshold to £2.5m after a major backbench rebellion. Relief for farmers, but questions over PM's authority grow.

Labour raises farm inheritance tax threshold to £2.5m

The government has significantly watered down its planned 'tractor tax' on farmers after fierce backlash. The inheritance tax threshold for agricultural property has been raised from £1m to £2.5m. Read the full details.

Farmers fear being undercut by new Labour welfare rules

Labour's proposed ban on colony cages and farrowing crates raises fears British farmers will be undercut by cheaper imports from countries where such methods remain legal. Industry leaders demand core import standards.

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