Food production

"We know that there is a perception that the majority of our investment in flood defences goes to protect urban populations. All flood and coastal risk management projects must be carefully assessed to make sure they benefit the most people and property. But that does not mean we do not prioritise rural communities"

Graham Redman, partner at agribusiness consultants The Andersons Centre said the business aspect of farming was pressing on the farming community ‘even more so than ever before', and he urged farmers to look beyond the headline figures on Government environmental schemes, which he said could look appealing but came with ‘obligations' and ‘costs'

This week's opinion from throughout the world of agriculture: Chair of the Association of Independent Meat Suppliers - John Thorley

Applications for the new Integrated Natural Resources Scheme (INRS) are until September 27

"More extreme weather will make farming more challenging, so we must continue to support our farmers to produce enough food whilst also rewarding sustainable practices which ensure we reduce emissions"

Alexandra Godfrey, 21, is from Newbury in Berkshire. She has recently completed an Agricultural degree at the Royal Agricultural University (RAU) and has served as the establishment's president of the student union.

With #LoveLambWeek nearly over, Emily Ashworth looks into whether lamb needs an image overhaul

This week's opinion from throughout the world of agriculture: Farmer and former lecturer at Myerscough College - George Parkinson

Mr Jenrick is one of six candidates standing to be the next Conservative Party leader

The widow of farmer Rocky Poulson, who ended his life four days after a farm inspection, reflects on the similarities between what happened to her husband and the tragic case of headteacher Ruth Perry, who took her own life after Ofsted inspectors said they would downgrade the school from outstanding to the lowest grade - inadequate