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Farming by calendar 'not practical' as Welsh farmers contend with the start of the NVZ closed period

All farmers in Wales are now required to comply with the pan-Wales Control of Agricultural Pollution regulations. Those utilising cattle slurry in particular will now be preparing for the closed period, which starts October 15

Rachael Brown
Chief Reporter
clock • 3 min read
Farming by calendar 'not practical' as Welsh farmers contend with the start of the NVZ closed period

Delayed harvests and silage cuts, coupled with wet weather, could make preparation for the closed period and compliance with water pollution regulations complicated for Welsh farmers, warned NFU Cymru...

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