Politics

The Natural Environment Bill (Scotland) was proposed in Holyrood on February 19. It could help Scottish Ministers set legally binding targets to reduce carbon emissions and protect biodiversity. But will farmers support the proposed piece of legislation?

NFU president Tom Bradshaw to say there is ‘so much more to do' and there is still time for this Government to 'reset its relationship with farming and rural Britain'

Defra Secretary Steve Reed announces new policies and investment plans to help 'boost profits' for farmers

Union event aims to lay 'Foundations for the Future' amid ongoing Stop the Family Farm Tax fight

This week's opinion from throughout the world of agriculture: Steve Witherden, Labour MP for Montgomeryshire and Glyndŵr

NFU Scotland said current proposals for the creation of a third National Park in Galloway fail to show 'benefit' to farmers, food producers and the rural economy

NFU Cymru brought together farmers and representatives from rural businesses across mid-Wales for a display showcasing the far-reaching impact of the proposed changes to Inheritance Tax

NFU vice-president Rachel Hallos said collaboration was critical in clamping down on rural crime, agricultural thefts and hare coursing, and called on the Government to implement a national rural crime strategy

The NFU and environmental groups have come together to urge the Defra Secretary to treat agreement holders fairly in the agricultural transition

This week from Farmers Guardian editor Olivia Midgley