From the editor: "We know UK farmers produce food to the highest quality and standards in the world, but they should not be penalised for this at home"

This week from Farmers Guardian editor Olivia Midgley (April 18)

clock • 2 min read
From the editor: "We know UK farmers produce food to the highest quality and standards in the world, but they should not be penalised for this at home"

Analysis by AHDB lays bare the prescriptive nature of Red Tractor farm assurance when compared to the schemes of other major food-producing nations and exporters, such as Australia and New Zealand. On...

To continue reading...

Already a member? Login for full access.

Login

New to Farmers Guardian? Register for 1 free article per week or become a member for unlimited access to essential farming news and insights.

article-img-580x358

 

KUBOTA KX015.

KUBOTA KX015.

VIEW ADVERT
£POA

McHALE INTEGRATED BALER

McHALE INTEGRATED BALER

VIEW ADVERT
£POA

NEW Strickworth 3 Ton Diesel Forklift Trucks

NEW Strickworth 3 Ton Diesel Forklift Trucks

VIEW ADVERT
£POA

More on Farm Business

Livestock breeders set to benefit from genetic export deal

Livestock breeders set to benefit from genetic export deal

New Kenyan agreement reflects UK's 'global reputation for excellence', says Defra

clock 11 November 2025 • 3 min read
Northern Farming Conference: farmers united by frustration

Northern Farming Conference: farmers united by frustration

Policy drift, political instability and failing support structures have pushed the sector to its most precarious point, warn leading industry figures. Farmers Guardian reports on the Hexham Mart event

clock 08 November 2025 • 4 min read
Organic market continues to grow despite rising food inflation

Organic market continues to grow despite rising food inflation

Conference calls for greater government and consumer support to strengthen food security

clock 07 November 2025 • 3 min read