The Land Use Framework: what farmers need to know

FG takes a closer look at the new Land Use Framework which promises to address the many demands on England's land

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The Land Use Framework has outlined the key drivers behind England's nature, food, housing, energy and climate proposals
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The Land Use Framework has outlined the key drivers behind England's nature, food, housing, energy and climate proposals

In basic terms, the framework aims to outline the various demands on England's land and try to meet each of those demands in the most sensible and efficient way. The key uses are: Food production...

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