Defra

Findings have led to the development a new breeding value (EBV) for methane output which feeds into the new Breed for CH4nge index that ranks animals on their breeding potential for a naturally low carbon footprint

Dame Angela Eagle acknowledges this year has been one of the 'most difficult' for agriculture

New guidance on funding published as calls for 'clarity' surrounding future support schemes are issued

After two years of allegations, wrangling and reports, will farmers get what they need from their assurance schemes

Findings welcome progress but say some sectors - and Government - are lagging behind in support for farmers

MP group aims to determine challenges faced by farmers and how future support should be framed

A new Farmers Guardian survey has highlighted farmers' frustration with Government farming policy affecting investment

The social media survey highlighted doubts that Andy Burnham, Wes Streeting or Ed Miliband would offer a better deal for farmers

The Food Standards Agency said it is investigating all slaughter activity conducted at Hartshead Meats in Mossley, Greater Manchester, following the publication of undercover footage on YouTube

Could a change in Prime Minister mean more disruption at Defra?