EU Exit – update on the big issues for the pig sector
The start of 2021 heralded a new era as the UK formally departed the EU…
Politics
Eustice launches consultation on use of gene editing in agriculture
Defra Secretary George Eustice has launched a consultation today on changing the laws in England…
BVA welcomes report from MPs recognising the Brexit challenges being faced by vets
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has welcomed the results of an inquiry by The House…
EU recognition of UK organic bodies ‘relief’ but a ‘short-term gain’ says industry
It has been announced that UK’s six organic certification bodies will be recognised by the EU…
95% of claimants in England receive BPS on day one
More than 95% of farmers in England received their 2020 Basic Payment Scheme (BPS) money…
BVA anticipates tough times ahead for UK vets
The UK veterinary profession is facing a tough future with Covid, Brexit, and exotic disease…
Scotch eggs considered a ‘substantial meal’ at pubs, says cabinet minister
Scotch eggs have apparently been added to the list of substantial meals with which alcohol…
Government issues guidance for ear tags for live exports
The UK Government has issued new guidance on changes to ear tags for livestock exports and movements…
UK Farming Roundtable calls for clarity over Brexit agricultural transition plans
The UK Farming Roundtable has stressed the critical importance of getting new agricultural policy right…
Landmark Agriculture Bill that will transform policy landscape becomes law
The Government’s ‘transformational’ Agriculture Bill has passed into law, after more than 100 hours of…