Defra says the revised strategy introduces a more flexible, risk-based framework designed to control disease effectively without imposing severe restrictions on famers and producers
While steady and increased milk prices have been welcomed, there is still uncertainty for dairy farmers
NFUS warns figure 'masks ongoing volatility, fragile profitability and uneven performance'
Scottish farmers have 'best in decades' chance to opt for more nature-friendly farming, says Soil Association
The organisation has issued an urgent call for further donations to ensure construction can start in 2026
The urgent need to help farmers and crofters tackle climate change and nature loss is being ignored says leading environmental organisations
Farmers say red tape and financial risk preventing engagement with schemes
Large poultry premises in Lanarkshire takes Great Britain avian influenza total to 40
Scottish Land and Estates says compensation rules may deter landlords from offering contracts
Chair of Food and Agriculture Stakeholder Taskforce (FAST), Neil Wilson said the funding needs to be seen to be an investment into the industry and rural economy