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The Investment Fund is one of the ways through which profitability and environmental good can be achieved. In this post, I’ll give an overview of the fund, ahead of its launch in the autumn. Simply put, The Investment Fund is divided in two. One part of the fund awards grants of lower value and the other part awards grants of …

is about more than just crops – it generates money in a myriad of ways. Our farms do much more than provide us all with food – they also boost our overall financial prosperity. For every £1 invested in here, £7.40 is delivered back into the economy. And the rolling fields of also help the attract £21 …

A new investigation commissioned by Compassion in World reveals a shocking 20% increase in the number of US-style megafarms – large-scale intensive units – compared with 2016 figures. The full picture of all the factory data has been pulled together into an interactive map, launched today (13th February).

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The , renowned for its rich heritage and diverse agricultural industry, has long been a coveted destination for enthusiasts worldwide. –Advertisement– What makes it even more attractive is the rising number of farms ready to offer visa sponsorship.

– is the growing and harvesting of crops or rearing animals for food or raw materials. Farmer – A farmer is a person who grows and harvests crops or rears animals for food or raw materials. Livestock – Livestock means the animals (but not birds) that are farmed. – is the science and practice of …

is one of the oldest professions in the world. And in the , the people who are a part of a rapidly ageing workforce.Four in ten British farmers are over 65, while the average age is 59.

2:49. Britain’s , truck driving and bed & breakfast industries are among the most reliant on a silver-flecked workforce on the brink of retirement, putting them at risk of future …

Futures R&D Fund one: climate smart . Projects: Aganalyst Limited (£2,805,642) From nitrogen use efficiency to profitability; Genus Plc (£2,088,660) Climate smart beef genetics: innovative approaches to the reduce environmental impact of the beef supply chain; Futures R&D Fund two: sustainable -based protein …

London, United Kingdom, August 4th, 2021 – Infarm, the world’s fastest-growing urban company, has signed a contract for a new Growing Centre in Bedford which will measure 9,760 sqm in size, offering more than 5500 sqm of growing space in Infarm’s cloud-connected units. When fully equipped, the units – each occupying 25 sqm of …

All the latest agricultural news for the arable and livestock sectors across the . Keep up up-to-date with policy from Defra and the devolved governments, agricultural subsidies …

Achieving Sustainable Agricultural Systems (ASSIST) is a long-term national capability, jointly funded by Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) and Natural Environment Research Council (NERC). The programme develops innovative systems that maintain or increase productivity and resilience to future disturbances.

The shift towards megafarms is not inevitable or necessary. Defra has included some measures to support ecological and human-scale , such as a nod towards reducing pesticide use, and a …

Numerous factors have challenged the agricultural sector of late. The decreasing number of farmers, along with other socio-political and economic instability, can crash the industry entirely. However, the government is working towards solving these issues and the future of seems somewhat promising despite the current …

14 May 2024. A major package of measures to support farmers and grow the ’s and food sector has been announced by the government today (Tuesday 14 May). The package, unveiled at the …

James Robinson, a dairy farmer who runs a family in Cumbria and chairs the Nature Friendly Network in England, said he was frustrated with the government’s approach.

The is one of the most nature-depleted countries in the world, external – in the bottom 10% of countries – and the Soil Association’s head of policy, Gareth Morgan, said it was …

Land drainage, the use of seeds mixtures and livestock improvements proceeded in parallel. 1837-1874 is generally known as the ‘Golden Age of English ’ but whereas wheat fetched £8.80 per ton in 1875 it had plummetted to £3.80 by 1894.

Vertical is the process of growing plants indoors under controlled conditions in a series of stacked layers. Rather than using sunlight, like in a glasshouse, many of these urban farms are reliant on LED light which is adjusted dependent on the growth stage and crop type. Techniques such as soil free growing are typically used in …

in the and across the globe, spearheading the promotion of ‘Brand Britain’ and showcasing our food production as a world-leading model of sustainable, climate-friendly . We are at the start of a new age for British food. We have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to make a success of the ’s new domestic agricultural policy and

In summary, for the ’s agricultural and horticultural sectors to thrive in the 21st century, embracing agritech innovation is not just an option but a necessity. The advancements in regions like Lincolnshire are a testament to the potential of technology in revolutionizing , ensuring food security, and contributing to environmental …

04/05/24 – This Week: Border checks, cider orchards and illegal waste dumping. Sat 4 May 2024. Charlotte Smith brings you a round up of the week’s food, and rural stories …

A Recovery Fund that offers grants of up to £25,000 to restore land affected by recent storms launched yesterday. While the NFU had initially welcomed this news, it now fears “major …

The Industry In The . Rolling hills, lush green fields, fluffy sheep and the hum of tractors on country lanes… The industry may conjure up delightful ‘green and pleasant land’ imagery, but the reality is an economical powerhouse, highly mechanised and partly responsible for the ’s trade success in a competitive global market.

Research and Innovation (UKRI) has today announced the winners of a combined £8 million in funding, as part of Defra’s Innovation Programme. The feasibility projects competition was created to back new and innovative solutions, aid research and collaboration, and encourage collaboration across the ’s farmers, growers and …

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The ’s landscape has changed dramatically since Brexit.Agricultural policy has been adjusted, and EU subsidies, which funded for decades, are no more.. Before the split …

On 26 January at 10am, we’re hosting a webinar about the offer in England with the Advice Service. Register to attend. Funding for farmers, growers and land managers. The guidance for every scheme and grant on offer can be found on the Funding for farmers, growers and land managers page on GOV..

The ’s new scheme rewards restoration of the natural environment and adoption of sustainable practices. “Now you’re on your own. You want me to efficiently, greener and for …

Improving Productivity grant. Laying Hen Housing for Health and Welfare grant. You can apply for the following grants under the Investment Fund ( FIF ): Equipment and …

The ‘ Futures R&D’ competitions are for ambitious research projects that could benefit farmers in England. We’re looking to fund products and innovations that help solve longer-term social challenges. Your ideas can be further away from market readiness than typical R&D projects. Each competition has a different theme.

The NFU is the ’s largest union which has over 55,000 members in England and Wales. Historically, the NFU played a key role shaping the 1947 Act (which guaranteed prices for farmers) and positioned itself as a powerful lobbying organisation representing mainstream agricultural interests (Tichelar, 2019).

Martin Lines, the chair of the Nature Friendly Network, grows mostly winter cereals on his Cambridgeshire . He said: “We are seeing the impacts of the drought on our spring crops …

Chart 1 is a bar chart showing the Total Income from in England for the past 6 years. The average TIFF over these 6 years is £4.2 billion with the lowest TIFF of £3.2 billion in 2018 and …

‘on its knees’ as supermarkets are urged to show fairness. The Get Fair About campaign has received more than 100-thousand signatures – with a debate in the commons scheduled …

Coverage of schemes upgrades and plans to consult on food labelling. defrablogs, 5 January 2024 – . There has been widespread national, regional and trade coverage of our announcement on the biggest upgrades to schemes introduced by the Government since Britain left the EU. At the Oxford Conference, the …

In England, future subsidies will be based around the concept of “natural capital”. Instead of receiving the CAP’s Basic Payment Scheme (BPS) support for acres farmed — and top-ups …

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Fertilisers: to reward green practices as costs surge. 29 March 2022. By Ione Wells,Westminster correspondent. BBC. Farmers use fertilisers to grow crops but have been facing rising …

The report is published as part of Forum’s Growing our Future initiative, an international programme by Forum, aimed at fostering collaboration and ambition for regenerative food and . Across the and US, the programme connects existing initiatives, partnerships, and convenings to catalyse change and drive greater impact in the …

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In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, encountered unprecedented disruptions. Supply chain interruptions, labour shortages, and fluctuating market demands posed acute challenges. Farmers navigated complexities, adapting swiftly to ensure food security while facing financial strains. Innovations emerged, reshaping practices …

The NFU represents more than 46,000 and growing businesses. Our purpose is to champion British and horticulture, to campaign for a stable and sustainable future for British farmers and growers, and to secure the best possible outcomes for our members.

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Owen Marlow, 20 May 2024 – and Countryside Programme. In December, we shared details of a new capital grant to support smaller abattoirs in England, offered through the Smaller Abattoir Fund . To recognise the cash flow challenges that many smaller abattoirs face, we’re increasing this support. We’ve raised the intervention rate …

In the years since Britain voted to quit the E.U., many Eastern Europeans have left the country, adding to a shortfall of about 330,000 workers. The food and sectors have been hit …

Published. 20 February 2024. The government has today (Tuesday 20 February) underlined its commitment to deliver on its plan to support profitable businesses, improve food security and …

Ministers say it represents the most fundamental shift in policy for 50 years. Under the outgoing EU system, farmers got taxpayers’ money based on the amount of land they .

Total Income from (TIFF) in 2021 was £5,998 million, an increase of £756 million (14%) from 2020. Although costs increased in 2021, these were outweighed by increases in both total livestock and total crop outputs, resulting in the third highest TIFF, in real terms, since 2000. • In 2021,