NFU president Tom Bradshaw said it was good to hear from the Defra Secretary that food security, the environment and flood management are all focus areas
Mr Zeichner has previously served for four years as Shadow Minister for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
Supporting farmers to boost Britain's food security is one of five key priorities for the new Defra Secretary Steve Reed
The Harbro Group confirmed it has acquired animal health specialists Murray Farmcare Ltd
Mr Clarkson said he was proud to be backing British farmers by buying barley from farms which had struggled with a poor Harvest last year
The former Premier League winners said it was delighted to join forces with the farm business to showcase the benefits of dairy
Mr Reed said a Labour Government would listen, respect and work in partnership with farmers and producers, ensuring they played a valued part in decision-making
Cumbrian farmer Alistair Mackintosh has taken over the role of Red Tractor chair from Christine Tacon, who stepped down to 'avoid perceived conflicts' following her appointment to the Co-op board
NSA president Phil Stocker said: "We want to start that stability with continuity with the shadow team that has engaged so far with industry. A change of personnel into these roles will not be welcomed"
Wet weather has impacted production, with concerns for forage stocks later in the year