NFU says Food Strategy Board must prioritise growth
NFU has welcomed the establishment of the Food Strategy Advisory Board, but said for this to be successful it is “vital the right policy framework is in place”.
Government forms Food Strategy Advisory Board with key industry leaders
Members of the food industry will join with Government each month to advise on a national food strategy, with Food Security Minister Daniel Zeichner MP acting as chair.
EFRA Committee urges Defra to improve supply chain fairness
EFRA Committee chair Alistair Carmichael has written to Food Security Minister Daniel Zeichner MP, detailing findings from its inquiry into ‘Fairness in the food supply chain’.
Sysco spotlights UK food supply chain in Westminster
UK foodservice wholesaler Sysco GB held a parliamentary reception in Westminster to highlight the importance of the UK’s food supply chain.
Defra farming announcements made at 2025 NFU Conference
The 2025 NFU Conference saw Defra Secretary Steve Reed make a number of farming announcements, while Defra stood firm on IHT measures.
“Ministers will reap the consequences” of family farm tax, says NFU
Farming union presidents recently met with the Treasury to discuss an alternative to family farm tax, with NFU stating that the “devastating impacts” would sit on Government’s shoulders.
