Mark Spencer

NFU president says she will hold to account those who have broken their promises to farmers

New report warns urgent action is required to protect domestic food and farming

Wheat and dairy lead charge as income rises by £600m

Farmers and land managers in England will be able to apply for 23 actions - including 19 new initiatives - from August

The introduction of mandatory CCTV in all abattoirs in England has been proven to be effective, according to a new Government report

The animal welfare bill, designed to help protect livestock from out of control dogs, and defend pets and wild animals will no longer go ahead, Farming Minister Mark Spencer has announced

The new Defra Farming Minister, Mark Spencer, has hinted that a rethink on the phase out of badger culling could be on the way.

Farming Minister Mark Spencer has said he will push for small abattoirs to be able to benefit from earned recognition in order to reduce veterinary presence.