Warning issued over processors and retailers 'stealing' farmers' carbon credits

NFU vice president Stuart Roberts has warned farmers risk having their carbon credits ‘stolen’ by processors and retailers as the country moves towards its goal of net zero emissions by 2050.

Abi Kay
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NFU vice president Stuart Roberts has warned farmers risk having their carbon credits ‘stolen' by processors and retailers as the country moves towards its goal of net zero emissions by 2050. The union...

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