Co-op announces £1m package to 'reward' British farmers in reducing carbon emissions

The retailer said the investment, worth nearly £1m, could see farmers directly 'rewarded' for their efforts in reducing carbon emissions and promoting nature on their farms

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Tom Bramall, dairy farmer and Co-op dairy group chair, said: "Farmers like me want to play our part when it comes to sustainability, but we need support."
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Tom Bramall, dairy farmer and Co-op dairy group chair, said: "Farmers like me want to play our part when it comes to sustainability, but we need support."

Retailer Co-op has announced it will provide almost £1 million in funding to support farmers in reducing carbon emissions on-farm. The business has confirmed it will back farmers with a new £820,000...

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