Food security

This week from Farmers Guardian readers: Trevor Black, York, argues that Government and political policies are undermining British farming, food security and rural communities in favour of external interests

This week from Farmers Guardian editor Katie Jones

Genetic advancements in Kenya’s indigenous chicken breeds means poultry meat and eggs can help play a role in improving the nation’s food security

Union warns most farmers are now being paid less than it costs to produce their milk, forcing some to consider scaling back or exiting production altogether

This week from Farmers Guardian readers: Coun Alastair Redman, Islay, Argyll and Bute, discusses the vital role farmers, crofters and fishermen play in ensuring food security – especially at Christmas

Efra Committee member Josh Newbury explains why he felt he owed it to his constituents to find out more about agriculture

This week's opinion from throughout the world of agriculture: Sarah Haynes, head of sustainability, IGD

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)

Orkney and Shetland MP Alistair Carmichael says not only is the family farm tax an attack on the elderly but will stifle investment and reduce food security

This week from Farmers Guardian readers: Ian Howie, Hereford, discusses concerns that Government policy could undermine UK food security