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Farmers Weekly Podcast Episode 46: Farm dog theft and an economic shock

FW Podcast 26 February 2021 >More in © Tim Scrivener In this episode, we investigate how criminal gangs are stealing farm dogs worth thousands of pounds – and selling them on the black market. As Defra secretary George Eustice confirms that all AHDB sector bodies will now face a vote  on their future – we ask how exactly will the ballot work? Family farms face an ‘economic shock’ as direct payments are phased out, says the Labour Party – but what does leader Keir Starmer propose instead? On the markets, lamb prices are on the rise gain. Trade and industry secretary Liz Truss unveils a £2m export campaign for British food and drink – but will it benefit farmers or just food processors?

Working farm dog thefts on the rise across the country

Working farm dog thefts on the rise across the country >More in © AdobeStock/Naruedom Working farm dogs have soared in value, with one 12-month old sheepdog recently fetching £28,000. But even the plainest pooches now command a hefty price tag, making them a soft target for criminals. We speak to three farmers who have suffered from dog theft crime and find out from NFU Mutal the extent of the problem across the country. Scale of dog theft problem NFU Mutual says it has seen a significant year-on-year rise in claims for stolen working dogs, and social media is awash with distressing stories of pets taken from their owners.

Farm dog thefts prompts survey to be launched

Farm dog thefts prompt survey to be launched >More in © FLPA/Wayne Hutchinson/Shutterstock Police are appealing for help to combat gangs of thieves who are targeting farms and stealing dogs to sell on the black market. A spate of farm dog thefts has been reported in recent weeks – part of a wider problem which has seen criminal gangs stealing pets to order. Lincolnshire police and crime commissioner Marc Jones said the situation was increasingly serious and affecting local communities. “Dog theft has been a growing scourge and we need your help to understand the true extent of the crime and the concern in communities.”

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