We are urgently developing research requirements with other European laboratories to make sure we understand and the disease (Schmallenberg) better.What the industry said about CFE
AS the industry embarks on the Campaign for the Farmerd Environment, we asked industry leaders what they think.
“The whole industry is absolutely committed to making the campaign work. The alternative is having the regulatory option forced upon us.
“We have all been challenged by the Secretary of State, who has shown belief in the farming industry, and it is now down to every single one of us to work together and deliver on our promises to secure and enhance the environmental management of farmland.”
Peter Kendall, NFU president
“I urge every farmer, landowner and land manager to adopt at least one of the Campaign’s voluntary measures on their land. There is something for everyone in the Campaign.”
Henry Aubrey-Fletcher, CLA president
“The Campaign for the Farmed Environment is a testament to the determination of farmers, Government, and environmental organisations to work together to support and protect wildlife and biodiversity.”
Defra Secretary Hilary Benn
“It is hugely important for wildlife that the Campaign succeeds and the RSPB will work alongside farmers to help them make sure it does”
Graham Wynne, RSPB chief executive
“The Campaign marks a watershed for the farming industry.”
Poul Christensen, acting chairman of Natural England