The NFU has responded to today’s Spending Review announcement by Chancellor of the Exchequer George Osborne. read more..
We are striving to understand what today’s government Spending Review will mean for Defra. See what the department itself has said here. read more..
Innovation and secure funding are key to improving animal welfare, Jones tells conference, adding that our position as a high achiever on welfare must not put farmers at any disadvantage. read more..
Positive NFU DG to deliver ‘clear message to Defra ministers’ at tomato growers’ conference. read more..
We've defended our position on plans to axe the Agricultural Wages Board, following vigorous campaigning this week by the trade union, Unite. read more..
Read Peter Kendall's Talking Point for Farmers Weekly on the forthcoming spending cuts. read more..
It is widely anticipated that George Osborne’s Comprehensive Spending Review will be the most severe spending restraint since the 1930s, with projected departmental savings of 25-40%. But how should Defra prioritise its losses? read more..
Osborne's 'unavoidable Budget' brings big cuts, big implications for Defra and some good news on furnished holiday lettings. Comment and member briefing here. read more..
NFU briefing on the Spending Review and your chance to let us know if there are any areas which you think Defra could reduce its spending on. read more..