Politics

Rocketing input costs and disruptions to availability were raising fears of crops rotting in the fields and the collapse of the British pig industry.

Landlords resuming land from tenants to plant trees under a disputed notice to quit will not be eligible for funding through the England Woodland Creation Offer (EWCO), Defra has confirmed.

Head of News Abi Kay and Head of Business Alex Black explore the conflict in Ukraine, uncovering the personal stories behind the war and the bigger picture impact on global commodity markets.

The EU has committed to look again at its two flagship sustainable food policies, amid concerns the Russian invasion of Ukraine will hit supplies.

Farmers from across the UK are working hard to help deliver crucial aid to the people of Ukraine.

Immigration Minister Kevin Foster has refused to apologise for suggesting Ukrainian refugees could come to the UK to pick fruit.

Just weeks ago, there was almost unanimous agreement that these things had been consigned to the history books and were a relic of the early 20th century.

The council leader at the centre of a row over plans to serve only plant-based menus at official events has hit back, saying it was the right thing to do in response to growing concerns regarding health and the environment.

News that cash set aside for the Farming Equipment and Technology Fund is set to be tripled, has been welcomed by the sector.

The Government has been accused of abandoning farmers and showing disregard for the UK’s impressive animal health record, following the signing of a new trade agreement with New Zealand.