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Representatives of the British farming industry have called on the government to use the upcoming Autumn Budget to rebuild its relationship with farmers and growers by introducing measures that will ignite investment and growth across the sector.

In response to 19 fatalities in the farming industry since 1st April 2025, the National Association of Agricultural Contractors (NAAC) has expanded its existing safety campaign, launching bold, high-impact visual stickers to remind farmers that safety must always come first.

Farming industry leaders have responded to the publication of the 2025 EAT-Lancet Commission report, emphasising the vital role British farmers play in supplying sustainable and nutritious food for the nation.

A fatal accident inquiry into the deaths of six men who lost their lives after falling from heights at farms across Scotland is set to begin next month.

British farming leaders expressed “serious concerns” over how the building of new towns will impact rural communities. This follows the recent government pledge to start construction on three new towns before the next general election. 

Jennifer Riddell-Carpenter, MP for Suffolk Coastal, has spoken about Labour’s responsibility to ensure that rural communities are “front and centre” of the government’s mission for inclusive growth and opportunity.

TCD Energy digs deep into farmers’ energy, water and waste costs to uncover hidden overcharges, reclaim past billing errors and secure better rates and services – at no cost to the farmer.

Farming campaigner Countryside Alliance has urged chancellor Rachel Reeves to reject proposals for a new vehicle acquisition tax levied according to weight, warning that it would unfairly penalise people living and working in rural areas.

Claims have been circulating on social media that a majority of meat in UK supermarkets is halal, with concerns over the proportion of animals slaughtered without prior stunning.

An HGV driver from West Sussex died after a tractor’s handbrake failed and rolled over him, the coroner has ruled. 

Storm Amy, the first named storm of the 2025/26 season, is set to bring gusts up to 80mph and heavy rain this Friday and Saturday.

Corteva Agriscience announced that Ed Barnatt has been appointed the new UK & Ireland country leader.