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Defra unveils Farming Roadmap promising profitability, stability and greater recognition for farmers

'Landmark' plan builds on Baroness Minette Batters' review with the former NFU president urging Government and industy to 'make it happen'

Jane Thynne
Head of News and Business
clock 鈥� 3 min read
Defra Secretary Emma Reynolds says the Farming Roadmap marks the biggest plan for agriculture since 1945
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Defra Secretary Emma Reynolds says the Farming Roadmap marks the biggest plan for agriculture since 1945

Labour's long-awaited Farming Roadmap has been unveiled, promising farmers better access to the 鈥榯ools, technology, skills and supply chains they need to invest, innovate and grow' while giving them the...

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