All Government articles
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NewsBritish Poultry Council urges Government to “stand firm” in US trade talks
The British Poultry Council says that Government must not cross food standards “red lines” in a UK-US trade deal.
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NewsNFU sets out 10-year vision for British beef sector
The NFU has unveiled its vision for the beef sector, setting out key actions needed to secure a profitable and sustainable future.
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NewsUK Farm Assurance Review monitoring and reporting update
Dr David Llewellyn, UK Farm Assurance Review lead commissioner, has published an update giving further information on its monitoring and reporting stage.
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NewsGovernment updates foot and mouth disease restrictions
Defra has updated its restrictions on imports for personal use.
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NewsNSA responds to Scottish Government Farm Business Survey
The NSA says that positivity is needed after report shows “grim” sheep profit figures.
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NewsFDF report calls for Government to take action to support the food industry
A report by the FDF lists key areas where it says Government can support the food sector amid falling confidence among businesses.
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NewsNFU Scotland urges Chancellor to address tax policies
Andrew Connon, president of NFU Scotland, has written to Chancellor Rachel Reeves MP calling on Government to address fiscal policies impacting agriculture.
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NewsMPs visit commercial farm to learn about red meat production
The National Farmers’ Union invited MPs to explore sustainable beef and lamb production at a commercial farm as part of a visit sponsored by ABP UK.
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NewsMinette Batters appointed by Defra to lead Farm Profitability Review
Former NFU president and farmer, Baroness Minette Batters, has been appointed by Defra Secretary Steve Reed to lead a review of farm profitability.
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NewsNFU and AHDB respond to US trade tariffs
NFU and AHDB have responsed to President Trump’s announcement of a 10% tariff on all UK exports to the US.
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NewsGovernment stops cattle and pig imports from Austria
Following reports of a confirmed case of FMD in Hungary, close to the Austrian border, the Government has stepped up preventative measures.
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NewsFarming unions concern over potential US trade deal
Four farming unions under the NFU umbrella have called on Government to stand up for UK agriculture in any forthcoming trade negotiations with the United States.
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NewsFDF calls for regulations to be reformed to strengthen UK food sector
The FDF has identified regulation that Government can simplify to “unlock growth and investment” in the food industry as UK manufacturer confidence declines.
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NewsSausages and meat pies listed in new Senedd HFSS promotion rules
New rules have been passed by the Welsh Senedd to prevent over-consumption and impulse purchases.
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NewsDefra to develop a comprehensive food strategy with industry leaders
Government has launched a Food Strategy Advisory Board, which will see industry leaders aim to develop a food strategy that backs British food.
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NewsNSA finds Defra announcements “fall short”
NSA has responded to the announcements made by Defra Secretary of State Steve Reed, stating that the “necessary details are still missing”.
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NewsDefra announces new farming measures but remains firm on IHT
The 2025 NFU Conference heard from Defra Secretary Steve Reed, who, whilst clearly stating the Government would not be backing down on IHT measures, did apologise for the shock the IHT announcement had created.
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NewsNFU calls for Government to reset relationship with British farming
NFU used its conference to call on Government to set a new course for British food and farming, starting with a reset in the relationship with the nation’s food producers.
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NewsGovernment will “reap what it sows”, says NFU
NFU has declared that the “devastating impacts on food security from the family farm tax sit squarely on Government’s shoulders” following a meeting with the Treasury.
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NewsBird flu housing order comes into force in Northern Ireland
DAERA has initiated disease control measures across Northern Ireland following suspicion of a HPAI case at a commercial poultry premises in County Tyrone.
