Politics News

England’s rural councils play a crucial role in the country’s economic and environmental success, but are underfunded compared to other areas, a new report has shown.

Defra has backtracked on its decision to close the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) scheme for farmers who have already started the application process following the threat of a legal challenge co-ordinated by the NFU. 

Farmer and YouTuber Olly Harrison is encouraging farmers to sign a petition that calls for a 12-month amnesty on upcoming changes to inheritance tax reliefs. 

There are concerns that two agricultural sectors have been singled out to shoulder the burden of the removal of tariffs for other industries in the economy.

Farmers from around East Anglia said they will not stop fighting for the better future of British farming and will continue educating the public about their work that assures food security for the nation.

British meat and drinks industries have welcomed the multi-billion-pound trade deal that has just been announced between the UK and India.

The Food Standards Agency has obtained new powers that aim to protect consumers and businesses from food fraud more effectively.

The NFU as well as the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board have responded to the government’s consultation on the Land Use Framework, which seeks view to develop a new, strategic approach to land use in England.

The Countryside Alliance is urging the farming community to take part in a new easy-to-complete e-lobby as part of its campaign to safeguard the future of shooting in England, Scotland and Wales.

Candidates standing in this week’s local elections have been urged by the NFU to back British farming over the issues it has been facing in recent months. 

A new Community Food Strategy has launched with the aim to strengthen local food systems, improve healthy eating, and create more sustainable communities across Wales, the Welsh Government confirmed. 

Farmers from Northamptonshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Leicestershire will be participating in an awareness campaign ahead of the local elections.