Horticulture

21 January 2020

Mental health is something we all possess. When it is good, we have a sense of purpose and direction and feel that we can cope with whatever life (and work) throws at us.

21 January 2020

The bill now includes mentions of soil quality and livestock traceability

13 January 2020

The way consumers view health is changing and one size does not fit all.

9 January 2020

The NFU's Next Generation Forum and AHDB today hosted a fringe event at the prestigious Oxford Farming Conference to help launch a new multi-agency vision to transform the skills landscape.

20 January 2020

Advice on recognising signs of mental health in self and others and signposting to accessing support available from other organisations

9 January 2020

The Government has announced its legislative programme during the State Opening of Parliament on December 19th 2019. In total, there were 30 Bills unveiled in the Queen's Speech, including both the Agriculture Bill and the Environment Bill.

6 January 2020

On Monday 30th December, Chancellor Sajid Javid confirmed that the level of funding for direct payments to farmers will remain the same as the 2019 payment, with supplementary funding for Pillar 2 payments as well. The most recent announcements only confirms the 2020 payment level. However, the government have again reiterated their funding pledge that the current annual budget available to farmers will remain the same for every year of this parliament. Beyond 2020, direct payments are set to reduce in year 1 and the implementation of the new Environmental Land Management Scheme will begin to take shape. More clarity around this will be forthcoming as the Agricultural Bill returns to parliament.

20 December 2019

4 August 2021

To meet the challenge of modern farming and environmental practice and to stay competitive, we need to be ambitious about developing our people. This means getting better organised to maintain and attract sufficient labour with the right skills for the future.

8 December 2021

Snacking is back and health is driving fewer meal choices

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