Nature-friendly Farming 2025-05-08
2025-05-08
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Ellie Chowns and Daniel Zeichner have previously discussed the transition to nature-friendly farming. At the weekend, farmers in her constituency expressed frustration with the lack of support from the Government's policy on farming.
Whether he plans to improve support for nature-friendly farming, given that farmers recognise how vital it is for food security, nature protection and climate action but are frustrated at being let down by government policy.
The Minister noted that there are more farmers than ever in nature-friendly farming schemes with over 50,000 people involved and more money being spent on these initiatives than ever before. He acknowledged the importance of progress made but also agreed that they want to go faster and further.
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