Agri Politics
'This is a landmark decision' - NFU Scotland on Trade and Agriculture Commission
NFU Scotland (NFUS) has welcomed the announcement from the Secretary of State for International Trade, Liz Truss, that the Trade...
Agri Politics
Schemes
Farmers reminded about BPS Support Scheme deadline
Those farmers who have submitted an application for the Basic Payment Scheme (BPS) via the Single Application Form (SAF) 2020...
Arable
Policies needed to help farmers cope with volatile weather - NFU
As the National Farmers’ Union (NFU) harvest survey reveals a significant drop in yield across all major crops, the NFU...
Agri Politics
NFU Scotland seeks new president and vice-presidents
The starting gun has been fired on an election process that will see NFU Scotland (NFUS) appoint a new president...
Agri Politics
'We are at a critical time in recruitment for many growers' - NFU
The National Farmers’ Union (NFU) is urging the government to provide immediate clarity on how fruit, veg and flower businesses...
Agri Politics
'Defra must lay out its roadmap for farming without further delay' - TFA
The Tenant Farmers Association (TFA) has said that farmers the length and breadth of England need clarity on the way...
Agri Politics
Phasing out of BPS into RDP is 'a concern in itself' - FUW
In responding to the Welsh government’s latest sustainable farming consultation, the Farmers’ Union of Wales (FUW) has supported a number...
Agri Politics
NFU Cymru to hold 'Welsh Food and Farming; Moving Forward' conference
Due to be held with a little over 50 days before the end of the Brexit transition period, this year’s...
Agri-Business
No priority for British fresh food products at Kent ports - NFU
The Department for Transport (DfT) has confirmed that only day-old chicks and seafood will be given priority status for travelling...
Agri Politics
'UK parliament should have comparable oversight and scrutiny of future trade deals'
Further attempts to strengthen legislation on imported food standards and trade deals post-Brexit have been welcomed by Scottish Land and...
Agri-Business
New rules and logos to protect British food and drink
New logos for food and drink products with the European Union Protected Food Name (EUPFN) status have been unveiled. At...
Agri Politics
AHDB CEO Jane King to step down from role
The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) has announced that Jane King will step down from her role as CEO...
Agri Politics
NFU Scotland urges House of Lords to revisit Agriculture Bill
NFU Scotland is urging members of the House of Lords to revisit a potential amendment to the Agriculture Bill when...
Agri Politics
‘Triple Challenge’ of a new world to dominate agenda of HCC Conference
The main annual conference of Wales’ livestock and red meat industry, hosted by Hybu Cig Cymru – Meat Promotion Wales...
Agri Politics
NFU president meets prime minister in wake of Agriculture Bill defeat
National Farmers’ Union (NFU) president Minette Batters has met Prime Minister Boris Johnson, where she stressed the need for action...
Agri Politics
'This government sacrificed our industry at the altar' - FUW
The Farmers’ Union of Wales (FUW) has reacted with anger and dismay at the House of Commons rejection to enshrine...
Environment
NFU launches Landscape and Access report
The National Farmers’ Union (NFU) is today (Wednesday, October 14) launching a new report which showcases the extensive role British...
Agri Politics
'The future of British food and farming is at stake' - Batters
MPs have rejected an amendment to the Agriculture Bill which would have enshrined food safety by law. The bill will...
