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The programme of speakers at the 2016 Government Chemist Conference is announced
First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government
A general screening method which extends the 2006 GC screening method to 19 synthetic dyes has been published
Scientists from the Government Chemist programme describe the application of non-destructive approaches to food authenticity testing
With the two week countdown underway farmers should act now and make their 2016 Basic Payment Scheme claim before the deadline of midnight on 16 May.
More than 7,000 farmers have now been paid bridging payments of around 50% of likely Basic Payment Scheme 2015 claim amounts.
2016 Basic Payment Scheme update
85% of all UK shellfish exports headed for European shores in 2015, generating millions for the UK economy.
Simpler rules on livestock movements to be introduced in England from July, Farming Minister George Eustice announced today (26 April 2016).
A product defect alert for Vetflurane liquid, 250 ml bottle, manufactured by Virbac SA has been issued.
Americans and expat Brits raise a toast to the Queen as exports of UK gin, beer and wine to USA increase.
New report identifies genetic tolerance to ash dieback
RPA announces bridging payments for farmers
More than 76,500 claims (88%) for Basic Payment Scheme 2015 have now been completed by the Rural Payments Agency (RPA), with thousands of online applications for 2016 also being submitted.
An innovative joint project by the British High Commission and Diageo to boost sorghum production in the northern regions.
Environment Secretary brings together food sector experts and employers to create apprenticeships, boosting innovation in the food industry
The Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) is offering private interferon gamma blood tests to diagnose TB under certain conditions.
A fairer tax system for farmers comes into effect today (6 April 2016).
The Marine Management Organisation (MMO) is transitioning the telephony service to a new provider.
The Government Chemist joined a distinguished panel of speakers to discuss recent food law developments
Applications are being submitted online for 2016 BPS
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