The NFU is lobbying government on behalf of members to improve agri-environment schemes, so that the schemes can work alongside productive farming.
We are calling for improvements to Countryside Stewardship by influencing Natural England, Defra and other government bodies.
The EU Parliament may have rejected changes including a ban on plant protection products in field-based Environmental Focus Areas, but the proposals are far from defeated. Find out what's on the horizon here.
Farming is about much more than growing great food. Here's how our members are working hard every day to protect the environment and the countryside.
A monthly newsletter from the NFU, focusing on our work and the successes achieved on environmental policy issues for our members.
Farmers take their role as countryside managers seriously. Get the facts to inform the environmental debate.
The NFU Environment Forum meets quarterly to discuss environmental issues which affect farming. Meet the members of the group here.
Farmers care for the land they farm and know that a healthy environment is essential for sustainable farming. Find out about the CFE here.
The NFU promotes a balanced approach to wildlife management in the countryside.
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