Farm Business

Mr Reed said a Labour Government would listen, respect and work in partnership with farmers and producers, ensuring they played a valued part in decision-making

Cumbrian farmer Alistair Mackintosh has taken over the role of Red Tractor chair from Christine Tacon, who stepped down to 'avoid perceived conflicts' following her appointment to the Co-op board

After eight previous failed attempts to become an MP, Mr Farage had finally managed to gain election in the seat of Clacton with a majority of 8,405 votes

The Welsh Conservatives lost all 14 of their seats in the House of Commons

This week from Farmers Guardian editor Olivia Midgley

NSA president Phil Stocker said: "We want to start that stability with continuity with the shadow team that has engaged so far with industry. A change of personnel into these roles will not be welcomed"

Wet weather has impacted production, with concerns for forage stocks later in the year

After a night of political twists and turns, NFU Scotland said it was keen to work with new and re-elected MPs to deliver a sustainable and profitable future for Scotland's farmers and crofters

The former Defra Secretary Dr Therese Coffey has also been honoured with a Damehood

Famers put faith in Sir Keir Starmer's pledges on procurement although concerns about tax rises remain