Government warned “soaring” energy costs could undermine domestic food production
National Farmers’ Union Scotland has written to Prime Minister Andy Burnham MP to call for urgent action on escalating farm energy costs.
NFU Scotland urges MPs to tackle rising business costs
National Farmers’ Union Scotland has warned MPs of concerns facing Scottish producers as the Autumn Budget nears.
Public Procurement Taskforce welcomed by NFU Scotland
National Farmers’ Union Scotland has welcomed the launch of the Scottish Government’s Public Procurement Taskforce, stating that it represents an opportunity to get more Scottish food onto plates.
Industry backs UK-produced eggs amid Salmonella outbreak linked to imports
The UK Heath Security Agency has reported 207 cases of Salmonella Enteritidis across the UK in the past year, leading to one death and more than a third of those affected requiring hospital treatment.
Retailers increase Scottish sourcing, finds NFU Scotland
National Farmers’ Union Scotland has revealed that supermarkets have increased Scottish sourcing following its ShelfWatch campaign.