Arla writes to Government on challenges surrounding labour shortages
Dairy cooperative Arla Foods has urged Government to provide farmers with more support.
HFSS advertising ban to be implemented in October 2025
The Government has confirmed that it will implement a ban on HFSS food advertising before 9pm.
NFU urges Government to increase agriculture spending
NFU has called for Government action as it labels underspending from the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs a “kick in the teeth”.
Defra suggests delay to border checks on fresh produce until July 2025
Defra has reportedly suggested that SPS checks on EU fruit and vegetables be delayed until 1st July 2025.
Food security initiatives have “focused too narrowly on agriculture”
Policy Exchange has revealed that over half of food and drink manufacturers think mitigating supply chain risks is a “significant concern” for their business.
UK to join CPTPP to “establish resilient supply chains”
The UK will join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnerships in December to “boost UK economy”, said Government.
