Defra Minister's proposed changes to milk regulations raises concerns among farming unions

NFU Scotland vice president Andrew Connon said: "Any changes to this area of the hard-won milk contract legislation have the potential undermine a crucial cornerstone of the regulations around pricing and exclusivity and act against the best interests of dairy farmers"

09 October 2024 鈥� 5 min read

The Farming Minister Daniel Zeichner sent out a letter to key stakeholders across the dairy sector last week Friday (October 4) outlining a proposed amendment to the new Fair Dealing Obligations (Milk)...

Farmland at risk from rapid solar expansion due to 'inconsistencies' in Environmental Impact Assessments

The Institute of Sustainability and Environmental Professionals (ISEP) says there needs to be a balance between tackling energy security and the climate crisis, our need for food security and preserving biodiversity and natural habitats

Alex Black

12 January 2026 鈥� 3 min read

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'Facts are being ignored' - Countryside in uproar over plans to ban trail hunting

Before Christmas, the Government announced plans to ban trail hunting as part of its new Animal Welfare Strategy. However, the Countryside Alliance said it will not give up the fight to save the activity which is deep-rooted in tradition and vital to the rural economy

Chris Brayford

10 January 2026 鈥� 7 min read

Politics

Government does not recognise farming's contribution, farmers say

A Farmers Guardian survey has shown almost all farmers do not feel appreciated by the Government

Jane Thynne

10 January 2026 鈥� 2 min read

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