Farm Business

The FUW have endorsed a commission which recognises the value of Welsh speaking and family farms in Government policy

Welsh farming unions hosted Farming Minister Daniel Zeichner and Rural Affairs Secretary Huw Irranca-Davies on family farms in Wales to discuss the importance of securing a ring-fenced budget for the agricultural sector

Union president Tom Bradshaw outlines key farming proposals to mark national Self-Sufficiency Day.

"We are seeking views, in a variety of ways, across the UK agri-food industry, but this is your chance to tell us your experiences of farm assurance so that we hear directly from the farming community".

The average Brit throws out £450 of food a year, according to a survey of 3,000 people by electrical retailer AO.com

The farming union said more than 80 farmers came together to share ideas at NFU vice-president Rachel Hallos' farm in Ripponden.

With a focus on people and quality the key to success for Booths, chair Edwin Booth spoke about the past, present and future of the retailer

The Scottish Premiership side have recognised the value of meat to the success of its hospitality and food offerings for fans and guests on matchdays

Rural Affairs Secretary Huw Irranca-Davies said he wanted the board to be represented 'largely' by farmers, with a farmer also set to be named its chair

Victoria Vyvyan, CLA president, said now is the time for the Government to 'put their money where their mouth is' to back farmers in growing food and improving the environment