New cross-industry partnership aims to tackle climate-related flooding
As climate change brings ever more extreme weather conditions, farmers are left counting the cost. Storms, floods, and droughts have a devastating impact on farm businesses as well as impacting on our food security.
Poll names farming as one of the most valued professions
A survey commissioned by the NFU has revealed that farming is one of the most valued professions, coming second only to nursing.
Survey reveals ‘overwhelming’ public support for British Farming and sustainable food production
As farmers’ protests sweep across Europe, a survey has revealed that the British public overwhelmingly support farmers.
NFU calls for government to ‘take a meaningful interest in food production’ ahead of food security summit
At the recent AIC conference, where the organisation called for the establishment of an independent UK Food Security Committee a few members of our team saw key figures from industry, government, science, and banking debating issues like food security, sustainable farming, and the protection of natural capital.
Report highlights ‘complacency’ around rural mental health
A committee of MPs has raised concerns in a report about the government’s apparent ‘worrying degree of complacency’ over rural mental health issues.
Towards sustainable agriculture: Why we must meet in the middle
The impact of agricultural practices on climate change is the focus of a new campaign by the Soil Association.
Livestock sector ‘must accelerate innovation’ to meet net zero targets says report
Agriculture in particular is being shaped by the drive toward environmental sustainability, especially since the NFU has set a 2040 net zero target.
Nature-friendly farming pays says report
Data from 165 farm business accounts was analysed by sector to show how more sustainable farming practices could increase profits, reduce reliance on inputs, and restore nature.
Food Sustainability Matters
More than half of UK consumers want climate-friendly food Food sustainability matters to UK consumers. According to a recent survey commissioned by Yara, more than half of UK consumers consider climate impact when buying food. The report’s findings show that UK consumers are highly motivated to buy sustainable food to reduce their impact on the […]
New Energy Bills Discount Scheme good news for agri-businesses
The government’s new Energy Bills Discount scheme is aimed at assisting energy intensive sectors with current high costs associated with electricity and gas.
