Fischer Farms announces plans for world’s largest vertical farm in Norfolk
9th November 2021
A vision to feed Britain in a more resilient and sustainable way lies behind multimillion-pound plans to create the world’s largest vertical farm, which has been launched by green energy expert and Fischer Farms CEO, Tristan Fischer.
COP26: Farming groups react to methane slash pledge
5th November 2021
The EU and US announced a global partnership to cut methane emissions by 2030.
British farmers mark step forward in climate action ahead of COP26
1st November 2021
Farmers across the country are demonstrating their progress and commitment towards a net zero future for British food production and how they are playing their part in climate mitigation worldwide.
New report showcases British farmers climate action ahead of COP26
29th October 2021
Farmers across the country are demonstrating their progress and commitment towards a net zero future for British food production and how they are playing their part in climate mitigation worldwide.
Animal activists scale Defra building in protest against meat industry
26th October 2021
The animal rights and climate activists are planning an extended stand-off with the police, intending to stay on the building until the government agrees to their demands of defunding the meat industry.
Power Purchase Agreements for diversifying into power generation
14th October 2021
If you’re a farmer who produces more energy than you use, you’ll have the opportunity to sell your excess power back to the grid as a source of revenue. A Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) could help you achieve best value by agreeing to sell to a third party, often at a fixed price and for a set period.
New partnership offers £500,000 boost to farm sustainability research
14th October 2021
AHDB and BBSRC are partnering to invest £500,000 in UK agriculture to help the industry transition to more sustainable practices, and ultimately net zero carbon by 2040.
NFU calls for delay and urgent review of BPS reductions in 2022 and 2023
4th October 2021
The NFU is calling for an urgent review of Defra’s future farming programme for England, including the postponement of Basic Payment Scheme (BPS) reductions in 2022 and 2023, as farmers and growers continue to deal with multiple challenges which are causing severe disruptions to essential food producing businesses.
Drax and NFU partner to boost UK energy crop market
22nd September 2021
Drax and NFU aim to support the UK’s decarbonisation goals and provide diversification opportunities for British farmers as they adapt to new UK agricultural policies.
Supporting farmers towards net zero with 5 key steps
8th September 2021
Defra is continuing to produce a suite of guidance centred around five key areas where farming businesses can take action to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions and move their business towards net zero.
Getting started with solar
1st September 2021
Whether you want to make the most of your existing solar tech, or you’re looking to diversify into renewables to improve your green credentials but not sure where to start, you’re not alone.
Animal Rebellion protesters target largest dairy factory in the UK
31st August 2021
In the early hours of this morning, protestors occupied the distribution dairy factory of Arla Foods, the multinational company which is one of the largest manufacturers of dairy in the world.