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NewsGovernment urged to increase SFI budget after applications fill in hours
Following the opening and subsequent closure of the second application window for the Sustainable Farming Incentive 2026, industry is calling for additional funds to be made available to producers.
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NewsGovernment urged to relieve regulatory pressure on manufacturers
The Food and Drink Federation has forecast food inflation reaching 3.9% by December 2026 before peaking at 6.4% in July 2027.
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NewsIMTA marks 130th anniversary with House of Commons reception
The International Meat Trade Association has held a reception in Parliament, hosted by Sarah Dyke, Liberal Democrat MP for Glastonbury and Somerton, to celebrate 130 years serving the meat trade.
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NewsPoultry manufacturer urges Government to support supply chain
President of 2 Sisters Food Group Ranjit Boparan has warned that Britain’s food security is under “major threat”, calling for urgent action from Government.
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NewsUnions urge Government to halt Brazilian meat imports
The four farming unions across the UK have called for Government to urgently prohibit imports of Brazilian meat and align with EU restrictions.
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NewsNSA welcomes drought support but calls for measures to go further
The National Sheep Association has welcomed the Government’s announcement of an additional £65 million of support for farmers, but stated that more must be done to help livestock farms.
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NewsGovernment announces drought package to support producers
Prime Minister Andy Burnham, along with Farming Minister Stephen Morgan, has drawn up a package of support to help farmers manage the impacts of sustained hot weather and dry conditions this summer.
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NewsNFU calls for ban on Brazilian meat to reduce UK risk of exposure
The National Farmers’ Union has called on Government to ban imports of Brazilian beef and poultry if it cannot prove that it is using antibiotics responsibly.
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NewsIndustry calls on Government to deliver confidence to UK producers
The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs has recently published data showing that 71% of farmers are “not at all confident” that changes to regulations will lead to a successful future for producers.
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OpinionIt’s time for action not words
Short-term planning, a lack of continuity and an unwillingness to tackle the underlying issues are at the root of a lack of trust in Government, says JP Garnier.
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NewsDame Angela Eagle appointed Defra Secretary
Dame Angela Eagle DBE has been appointed Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs in Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s first Cabinet.
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NewsLamb exporters to see zero tariffs after UK-Swiss Free Trade Agreement
The UK and Switzerland have agreed a deal that will see British lamb exports with zero tariffs under Switzerland’s quota system.
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NewsMeat processors to benefit from Youth Jobs Grant
Businesses can now access the new Youth Jobs Grant, which the British Meat Processors Association has highlighted could help meat processors reduce the cost of recruiting and training young people.
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NewsDefra unveils Farming Roadmap 2050
The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs has published its ‘Farming Roadmap 2050’, which aims to set out how Government can provide long-term stability for producers.
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NewsBMPA responds to Defra announcement on how EUDR will apply in Northern Ireland
The British Meat Processors Association has welcomed the news that that EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) will apply to cattle and beef products from Northern Ireland, saying it provides “much-needed” certainty for businesses.
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NewsNSA welcomes Defra Minister’s recognition of a “green economy”
The National Sheep Association has welcomed Stephen Morgan MP’s appointment as Minister of State for Food Security and Rural Affairs.
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NewsDefra Minister appointed in Cabinet reshuffle
Stephen Morgan MP has been appointed Minister of State in the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs after a Cabinet reshuffle on 12th June.
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NewsMeat industry leaders receive awards in King’s 2026 Birthday Honours
Chair of the International Meat Trade Association Dr Margaret Boanas was made a Member of the British Empire as part of the King’s 2026 Birthday Honours list.
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NewsAHDB Red Meat Exports Conference spotlights UK trade with EU and US
Future trade with the EU and the US for the UK red meat sector was the focus of the 2026 Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board Red Meat Exports Conference.
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NewsHigh Court ruling finds FSA official controls charging to be unlawful
The judgment of the judicial review brought by AIMS and the BMPA against the FSA will mean hourly rates for official controls and enforcement must be quashed.
