Agri Politics
'Huge mistake' for government to 'water down' gene editing legislation - RSPCA
The RSPCA has responded to the news that a consultation on gene editing was launched by Environment Secretary George Eustice...
Agri Politics
Agri Politics
Trust in the regulation of biotechnologies is 'essential for farmers'
Responding to the announcement that the government is to launch a consultation on the future regulation of gene editing, National...
Agri Politics
Minister Eustice launches consultation on gene editing
Plans to consult on gene editing – which could unlock substantial benefits to nature, the environment and help farmers with crops...
Arable
Government has not reauthorised use of the Vydate pesticide
The UK government has taken the decision not to reauthorise the use of the pesticide Vydate, effective immediately. The pesticide,...
Agri Politics
House of Commons officially passes Brexit trade deal
The House of Commons has passed the Brexit trade deal agreed between the UK and the EU by 521 votes...
Agri Politics
Land organisations react to Brexit trade deal
Land organisations across the UK have responded to the news of a Brexit trade deal that has been reached between...
Agri-Business
Brexit trade deal is 'vital in maintaining trade' - NFU Cymru
The National Farmers’ Union (NFU) Cymru is relieved that a post-Brexit trade deal has finally been agreed between the UK...
Agri Politics
Tariff-free element of Brexit deal 'will be a particular relief for farmers' - NFU
“The successful conclusion of a deal between the UK and EU is very positive news for British agriculture,” according to...
Agri Politics
A 'sigh of relief' for Welsh farmers after Brexit trade breakthrough
Welsh farmers and food producers have breathed a huge sigh of relief after it was revealed that the UK and...
Agri Politics
Seasonal Worker Scheme to be introduced in 2021
NFU Scotland has welcomed the UK government’s announcement that it will introduce a Seasonal Worker Scheme in 2021 allowing access...
Agri Politics
BPS payment levels to remain the same for Welsh farmers in 2021
NFU Cymru has warmly welcomed the announcement from the Minister for Environment, Energy and Rural Affairs, Lesley Griffiths, that BPS...
Agri Politics
'No assurances' provided about funding commitments post-Brexit
The absence of any future funding commitments from the UK and Scottish governments beyond 2022 is eroding certainty and confidence...
Agri Politics
Martin Kennedy to stand unchallenged for NFU Scotland presidency
Highland Perthshire farmer Martin Kennedy will stand unchallenged for the position of president of NFU Scotland at the union’s annual...
Agri Politics
IFA and NFU meet to discuss latest Brexit developments
The president of the Irish Farmers’ Association (IFA), Tim Cullinan, and the president of the National Farmers’ Union (NFU) Minette...
Agri Politics
2021 will bring 'big decisions' for farm tenants - TFA
The Tenant Farmers Association’s (TFA’s) national chairman, Mark Coulman, has said that 2021 will be a year for big decisions...
Agri Politics
Brexit tariffs 'would have severe ramifications for long-term future of British farming'
The government’s new import tariff regime will provide certainty for farmers by largely maintaining import tariffs at present levels, the...
Agri Politics
'We need fresh options that would see greater engagement from all sectors' - NFUS
NFU Scotland (NFUS) has responded positively to many of the elements included in the Scottish government’s updated Climate Change Plan...
Agri Politics
White Paper will not allow Welsh farming to 'thrive in a post-Brexit marketplace'
The Welsh government’s latest white paper policy proposals fall short of providing a true ‘Made in Wales’ policy framework that...
