ÍæÅ¼½ã½ã

James Evans - Wales' Shadow Rural Affairs Secretary: "We must save the future of County Farms in Wales"

"Once a farm is gone, it is gone."

clock • 5 min read
James Evans, MS for Brecon and Radnorshire, said: "Over the past decade, 15,000 acres of council-owned farmland was lost, with 60% sold in the last two years.  Without new legislation to protect these farms, this decline could continue."
Image:

James Evans, MS for Brecon and Radnorshire, said: "Over the past decade, 15,000 acres of council-owned farmland was lost, with 60% sold in the last two years. Without new legislation to protect these farms, this decline could continue."

The farming industry in Wales has been under intense pressure recently, with huge uncertainty about the future direction of policy from the Welsh Government. But Labour do not have a monopoly on causing...

To continue reading...

Already a member? Login for full access.

New to ÍæÅ¼½ã½ã? Register for 1 free article per week or become a member for unlimited access to essential farming news and insights.

article-img-580x358

 

2014 Used Massey 7626 7.4L SISU 240hp

£±Ê°¿´¡

Used Deutz Fahr 6155PS

£±Ê°¿´¡

New Kubota M4-073

£±Ê°¿´¡

More on Farm Business

Colloboration is key to ensuring future of fresh produce, say trade groups

Colloboration is key to ensuring future of fresh produce, say trade groups

Associations write to Government demanding departments work together on border and food policy

clock 20 April 2025 • 2 min read
NFU launches 10-year vision for the beef sector to help build confidence

NFU launches 10-year vision for the beef sector to help build confidence

NFU livestock board chair David Barton said with investment from the Government and the entire supply chain, the beef sector could meet 'growing global demand, while aligning with climate and environment ambitions'

Rachael Brown
clock 16 April 2025 • 2 min read
Gov announces £46m for innovative ag tech

Gov announces £46m for innovative ag tech

New funding will look at ways to reduce emissions and develop precision breeding

clock 16 April 2025 • 2 min read