Environment
£860 million to be invested in flood alleviation schemes in 2021
Thousands more homes and businesses are to be better protected from flooding and coastal erosion, as part of plans published...
Agri Politics
Arable
Producer organisations set to provide 'funding relief' for growers - NFU
The short-term transition of producer organisation funding by Defra provides welcome relief for growers and avoids a funding gap that...
Agri Politics
National Food Strategy serves as a 'wake-up call for us all' - Batters
National Farmers’ Union (NFU) president Minette Batters has said that the National Food Strategy should act as “a wake-up call...
Environment
Nature projects receive funding in efforts to tackle climate change
Projects to restore kelp forests, create new woodland, deliver natural flood risk management and improve water quality are among an...
Agri Politics
Future Farming Resilience Fund to open in August
Tailored business support for farmers during the agricultural transition will be made available from August of this year. The government...
Agri Politics
Survey shows 85% of people want future trade deals to protect British farmers
A new survey by OnePoll demonstrates the strength of feeling among the British public when it comes to upholding the...
Agri Politics
Defra policy update is a 'missed opportunity' - TFA
The Tenant Farmers Association (TFA) has conveyed its dismay at the government’s latest policy announcement at the end of June,...
Agri Politics
NFU Scotland welcomes Defra decision to halt EU seed potato imports
The National Farmers Union (NFU) Scotland has welcomed the decision taken by Defra to end the six-month authorisation that had...
Agri Politics
NFU discusses how the government can get farmers 'match ready' for future FTAs
The National Farmers’ Union (NFU) have welcomed a group of MPs to the Farmers’ Club to discuss how the government...
Agri Politics
Annual vet visits will be a 'crucial first step' in improving animal welfare - BVA
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has responded positively to the government’s update to the Agricultural Transition Plan with regards to...
Sheep
NSA warns of potential 'unintended consequences' of new farming schemes
The release of further information by Environment Secretary, George Eustice on the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI), providing some “much-needed clarity”...
Agri Politics
Farmers set to earn up to £70/ha for actions taken to improve soil health
Farmers will be able to earn up to £70/ha for actions to improve the health of their soil and livestock...
Agri Politics
Eustice shares further information on funding split for future farming schemes
Environment Secretary, George Eustice, confirmed an even-split of funding between the future farming schemes from 2028. The government’s new Sustainable...
Agri Politics
NFU Cymru welcomes future funding intentions for BPS
NFU Cymru has welcomed positive comments from the Minister for Rural Affairs regarding future funding for Welsh farmers. In response...
Environment
Eustice launches new proposals to create and improve protected landscapes
Two of England’s most iconic landscapes are being considered to become new Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), alongside extensions...
Agri Politics
NFU urges Prime Minister to showcase his plan for future of British farming and trade
The National Farmers’ Union (NFU) is urging the Prime Minister and his government to come forward with a comprehensive strategy...
Agri Politics
NSA raises concerns over availability and capacity of UK abattoirs
The National Sheep Association (NSA) is questioning the capability of meeting some of the wider implications of the Animal Welfare...
Agri Politics
Vets question animal welfare safeguards in light of Australia trade deal
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has questioned how the government will protect the UK’s high animal health and welfare standards,...
