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Sheep dip land disposal permits to be phased out in Wales

Natural Resources Wales said it would stop issuing new permits for farmers to dispose of sheep dip on land

Rachael Brown
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The practice of sheep dipping in Wales is integral to maintain the high flock health status of the Welsh flock.
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The practice of sheep dipping in Wales is integral to maintain the high flock health status of the Welsh flock.

NFU Cymru has called on Natural Resources Wales (NRW) to reverse its decision to stop issuing new permits that allow farmers to dispose of waste sheep dip on land. Removal and disposal NRW announced...

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