Politics News

The Scottish farming community warmly welcomed SNP leader John Swinney as the seventh first minister of Scotland. 

Rural communities feel “unseen, unheard and politically homeless”, said a countryside campaigner following local elections. 

The government has introduced “crucial changes” in regards to food imports as well as animal and plant products to improve the country’s biosecurity. 

The Farm Safety Partnership (FSP) has raised serious concerns over the recent decision made by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) to halt farm safety inspections.

NFU Scotland has thanked first minister Humza Yousaf for his service following the news of his resignation. 

The NFU is campaigning for urgent action on rural crime following recent data showing that the issue costs the UK almost £50 million per year.

The River Wye action plan has been launched to preserve the long-term health of the river. It will include the introduction of up to a £35 million grant for poultry manure management equipment as well as the appointment of a new ‘river champion’ and taskforce.

Another three councils, including the first in Scotland, have opposed the plant-based movement, showing support for local farmers. 

The British farming community warmly welcomed the recent government response to the independent review of Dartmoor, saying that it has carefully considered given recommendations and offered workable solutions for everyone. 

The NFU has just issued a statement pointing out “major issues” with the newly announced Farming Recovery Fund, which aimed to help farmers devastated by Storm Henk in January.

The launch of the code of practice regulating landlord-tenant relationships has been warmly welcomed by farming leaders. 

Defra has just announced changes that make it easier for farmers to grow hemp, maximising its economic and environmental potential. However, strict laws on cannabis remain in place.