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Nature-friendly Farming

Thursday 8 May 2025 · 1 question

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Answered 0 Partly answered 1 Not answered 0

Key points

  • Ellie Chowns questioned the minister about improving support for nature-friendly farming.
  • The Minister highlighted that over 50,000 people are involved in nature-friendly farming schemes.
  • The Minister acknowledged the need for faster and further progress in this area.

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Ellie Chowns Green North Herefordshire
Context

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.

Question

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.

Answer from The Minister for Food Security and Rural Affairs (Daniel Zeichner)

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.

Partly answered

Not addressed: Specific date for policy introduction

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