Grants special: What farming grants are available from Defra in 2025?

The latest funding schemes from Defra focus on equipment, technology and innovation in agriculture. Jennifer Hawkes spoke to Farmers Guardian about what is available for farmers

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Grants special: What farming grants are available from Defra in 2025?

Back in February, Steve Reed, Defra Secretary of State, addressed the 2025 NFU conference, outlining further details on what the ‘new deal for farming' might look like. Among various pledges were three...

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