Fresh produce EU import checks scrapped ahead of SPS deal
Government will scrap border checks on fruit and vegetables imported from the European Union in an early move to “ease trade” ahead of its new SPS deal with the EU.
Emily Norton announced as new AHDB chair
Ministers from Defra have appointed Emily Norton as the new chair of the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board.
Government rethinks SFI closure after NFU pressure
NFU has legally challenged Government following the closure of the Sustainable Farming Incentive scheme.
Government unveils £50m grant to boost farm profits
Defra has announced a £50 million grant for farmers across England to improve productivity and profitability.
AHDB submits response to Defra Land Use Framework consultation
The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) has raised five key issues for consideration in its response to Defra’s Land Use Framework consultation.
