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“There has been a great deal of misinformation in the media surrounding DEFRA training on how British farms operate,” said Joe Stanley, head of training at the GWCT’s Allerton Project, speaking to Farmers Guide.

Following recent action by British farmers, Tesco has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting local food producers and has voiced concern over the potential impact of inheritance tax changes on family farms.

A Home Office decision to deny overseas sheep shearers a concession to enter the UK without work visas risks ending a rich tradition of cultural and educational exchange in the industry, says the National Sheep Association (NSA).

A new report has revealed that immediate and complete alignment with the EU on plant protection products available could cost UK farmers hundreds of millions of pounds in the first year alone.

Alistair Carmichael, MP for Orkney and Shetland, has highlighted the importance of national food security while sharing photos of empty shelves in local shops. 
 

More than 4,000 farmers have accepted a further year’s extension on Countryside Stewardship Mid Tier agreements – equating to just under £59 million.

The UK government said it would “never compromise” on Britain’s high food standards, following reports that Donald Trump is demanding American chlorinated chicken be sold in British supermarkets.

During an evidence session with the EFRA Committee, Baroness Minette Batters said the country needs a new economic model for farming within two years, or lose its family farming structure.

Cardiff dairy farmer Abi Reader has been elected president of NFU Cymru, while livestock farmer Paul Williams of Nebo, Clwyd, has been appointed the new deputy president.

Jeremy Clarkson’s fans said they could see the TV presenter and farmer as the next agriculture minister following his appearance at the No Farmers, No Food campaign.

The NFU has emphasised the need to reflect on the mistakes from the “chaotic” HS2 project, particularly regarding the treatment of farming families, as the government announces plans for new railway developments in the coming years.

Farmers are gathering in London today to protest against changes to IHT reliefs as parliament debates the Finance Bill.