EXCLUSIVE: Daniel Zeichner - "Average Farm Business Incomes are forecast to rise in the first year of this Labour Government"

In an exclusive for Farmers Guardian, Farming Minister Daniel Zeichner sets out his agenda for the recently announced Farm Profitability Review, led by Baroness Minette Batters

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Mr Zeichner says: "Our vision is of a sector where farmers can stand proudly on their own two feet, earning decent returns for producing the food that feeds our nation."
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Mr Zeichner says: "Our vision is of a sector where farmers can stand proudly on their own two feet, earning decent returns for producing the food that feeds our nation."

It has been clear for a long time – too many farmers across the country have been struggling to make a decent return. Without sustainable profits, we cannot expect a thriving agriculture sector with all...

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