Farmer says harvest is 'a kick in the teeth' as arable sector set to lose £300m

Latest research from Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit warns extreme weather is part of climate 'doom loop'

Jane Thynne
Head of News and Business
clock • 2 min read
NFFN chief executive Martin Lines says harvest 2026 has been 'a kick in the teeth for farmers'
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NFFN chief executive Martin Lines says harvest 2026 has been 'a kick in the teeth for farmers'

Fears farmers could lose millions in revenue have been raised after analysts claimed 2026 will see the worst harvest on record. A new study by the Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit (ECIU) has revealed...

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