Defra

The Farmers Guardian team discusses the changes at the top of Defra and the events at the Reform UK conference

Gov says response to animal health award is delayed owing to volume of applications

This week from Farmers Guardian editor Katie Jones

As the British public once again shows unwavering support for British farmers and growers, the NFU said now is the time to make a strong case for farming as Defra welcomes its new ministers into office

Is Defra right to extend a ban on heather burning?

South Antrim MP Robin Swann writes on the importance of supporting Young Farmers, why young people are worried about Inheritance Tax, and why the PM’s recent reshuffle should give added impetus to reconsider and rethink current proposals

NFU president Tom Bradshaw met with Emma Reynolds on her first day in post

Dame Angela Eagle has been appointed as the new Farming Minister, taking over the role after Daniel Zeichner was relieved of his duties

EFRA Committee demands action after report finds there is no way of know how much illegal meat is entering the country

Understanding why vets leave the industry is key to retaining staff says Defra