Farm assurance 'reset' required to rebuild farmers' confidence

The review said on-farm audits had caused stress, complexity and a sense of 'jeopardy' amongst farmers

clock • 6 min read
Dr David Llewellyn, lead commissioner of the UK Farm Assurance report, said: "We found competing interests and ambitions for the farm assurance system. Over time, that has added complexity and stress for farmers, many of whom now struggle to identify any real benefits to their business. Worse still, many feel they live in a permanent state of jeopardy with ‘make or break' audits determining whether their businesses can operate or not."
Image:

Dr David Llewellyn, lead commissioner of the UK Farm Assurance report, said: "We found competing interests and ambitions for the farm assurance system. Over time, that has added complexity and stress for farmers, many of whom now struggle to identify any real benefits to their business. Worse still, many feel they live in a permanent state of jeopardy with ‘make or break' audits determining whether their businesses can operate or not."

An independent review into UK farm assurance schemes has outlined measures calling for a 'fundamental reset' of the current system in order to rebuild trust and confidence with farmers. The report,...

To continue reading this article...

Join Farmers Guardian

  • Farmers Guardian is the ultimate resource for farmers, providing unparalleled coverage of the key issues and trends affecting the agricultural industry.
  • Real-Time Updates: Get the latest news and analysis on what's happening in the agricultural sector right now. From market trends to technological advancements.
  • Expert Insights for Smart Decision Making: We provide in-depth articles and features designed to help you navigate the ever-changing agricultural landscape. From crop management techniques to livestock breeding strategies, our goal is to arm you with the tools you need for profitable farming.
  • Join the Farmers Guardian community today and unlock a world of knowledge and opportunities for your agricultural business. We are dedicated to supporting farmers like you, and our mission is to empower you with the information and resources needed to thrive.

Register now Become a member

 

Already a member?

Login

NEW FARMALL 55C

NEW FARMALL 55C

VIEW ADVERT
£POA

NEW CASEIH FARMALL 55A

NEW CASEIH FARMALL 55A

VIEW ADVERT
£POA

NEW CASEIH MAXXUM 125

NEW CASEIH MAXXUM 125

VIEW ADVERT
£POA

More on Farm Business

Foot-and-mouth case rekindles 'horrible memories' of 2001 for farmers

Foot-and-mouth case rekindles 'horrible memories' of 2001 for farmers

Gordon and Buchan MP Harriet Cross said the UK needs screening and spot testing to be implemented in response to Germany's foot-and-mouth outbreak

clock 19 January 2025 • 6 min read
Countryside charity polling data shows widespread support for solar on new buildings

Countryside charity polling data shows widespread support for solar on new buildings

82% of respondents to a recent YouGov poll conducted for CPRE supported rooftop solar on new buildings

clock 18 January 2025 • 1 min read
30 councils reject family farm tax in blow for Sir Keir Starmer

30 councils reject family farm tax in blow for Sir Keir Starmer

Pressure continues to mount on the Prime Minister and Chancellor Rachel Reeves to consult with farmers on the Autumn Budget

clock 18 January 2025 • 3 min read