Archives for 2011

He said: “The draft CAP proposals published on October 12 would have a severe impact on dairy farms if implemented in their current form. “And it is essential that Welsh Government establishes an evidence base which can be used to show Europe why the …

HUNDREDS of householders have complained about bins and rubbish bags not being collected on time since controversial changes to Cardiff’s waste collection regime. New Cardiff council figures reveal almost 600 …

A ban on unmanned sunbed salons comes into force in Wales on Monday, little more than a week after the Assembly debated a ban on the smacking of children. Both issues added to the view of many that the Welsh Government is obsessed with banning things …

Milk from west Wales farms currently goes to England for bottling before travelling back to Wales. There are also plans also to process cream at the dairy in the future. Organic milk cooperative Calon Wen is a shareholder in the project. …

“We are in no doubt that there is sufficient lamb being produced to supply the market throughout the year but farmers need to have confidence that the prices paid in the winter and spring reflect their increased costs of production. …

Andrew RT Davies, the Welsh Conservative leader at the National Assembly, said: “As someone who aspires to be her party’s next leader, Elin Jones wants to cut Wales off from the rest of the UK instead of ensuring it plays a full and active part in the …

GWENT food specialists were among those honoured at the 10th True Taste Food and Drink Awards this week. The ceremony celebrates some of the most innovative food and drink products and services on offer in Wales. Family butchers Douglas Willis, …

A leading Welsh green energy company will be urging micro businesses to consider the benefits of renewable solutions to help reduce their carbon emissions at an event this weekend. Organic Energy is holding a seminar at the Ceredigion Energy Trade Fair …