Dame Angela Eagle

Dame Angela Eagle answers concerns on sheep disease, land use and the family farm tax

The NFU Conference took place in Birmingham last week

At a time when many farmers are facing rising costs and ongoing uncertainty, the supermarket pledges to champion British farming by actively engaging with industry bodies and the Government on issues affecting the long-term viability of the farming industry

Participants from the NFU and British Sugar sponsored programme met with MPs to tell them more about their work in the industry and to discuss key policy issues

Defra says support will move cutting-edge research into practical tools farmers can use

Agreements worth just under £59m will be issued to more than 4,000 farm businesses

Defra's revolving door took another spin as trade deals were signed and record-breaking temperatures took their toll

The farmers, both over 90 years-old, said Inheritance Tax changes could lead to their farm business being split up and sold, leaving them trapped in an unfair system. They asked the Prime Minister what date they need to die to avoid tax reforms

The Dogs (Protection of Livestock) (Amendment) Bill received Royal Assent earlier today (December 18)

The board – which aims to drive growth, productivity and long-term profitability across the sector – comes as the Government publishes Baroness Batters' Profitability Review today (December 18)