Defra officials suggest farmers could 'produce crisps' to remain viable

March Spending Review is key to future of SFI, says department, which admits concerns over future budget

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Efra chair Alistair Carmichael
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Efra chair Alistair Carmichael

Representatives from Defra sought to defend the department's record to MPs while suggesting farmers could produce ‘artisan gin' to remain viable. The session had been convened to examine findings from...

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