May 13: Farmers with in-progress SFI applications to be allowed to apply

In today's Farming in Five, head of news and business Alex Black discusses Defra's decision to allow those with in-progress SFI applications starting since January 12 to continue with their applications, following a legal threat from the NFU asserting proper notice had not been given, and Cranswick has launched an investigation after undercover footage revealed alleged 'abuse' at pig farm

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