AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoBudget Backlash: Farmers say they have been abandoned by Chancellor John Healey’s Budget, which leaves the family farm tax unchanged and offers little relief from rising costs. Farming groups and MPs warn the measures miss a chance to support family farms and rural investment. Crop Risks: The UK barley harvest is forecast to be the smallest since 2011, while record aphid numbers threaten salad crops. Animal Health: Bluetongue cases continue to rise, adding to pressures on livestock farmers. Farm Support: MPs have criticised Defra’s handling of the SFI scheme after its latest application window, with farmers still seeking clarity on future funding. Costs and Trade: NFU says fertiliser tariff cuts are unlikely to make a meaningful difference to farm costs.
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