As the UK prepares for the General Election 2024, the agricultural sector and rural communities stand at a pivotal crossroads. This election holds significant implications for farming policies, environmental regulations, rural development, and trade agreements. Our comprehensive coverage will delve into how each political party's platform addresses these crucial issues, providing in-depth analysis and expert opinions to keep you informed. Stay updated with the latest news, insights, and developments that will shape the future of agriculture in the UK during this critical election period. The UK's next General Election will be held on 4th July 2024.
Dan Jones farms 650 ewes at the National Trust-owned Parc Farm, which sits on the Great Orme, a limestone headland which rises up 208 metres (682 feet) on the North Wales coast near Llandudno. His Farm Business Tenancy covers the 58 hectares (143 acres) at Parc Farm, plus 364ha (900 acres) of grazing rights on the hill
The Prime Minister said the Conservatives had been the only party to make a commitment to continue badger culling
James and Isobel, with their two young children, recently bought their first farm, and plan to run beef and sheep over 13.8 hectares (34 acres), renting a further 44.5ha (110 acres). James works for tech firm Breedr as a product manager. You can follow them on Twitter @jpbwfarm.
The NFU said the scheme could have provided support to farmers following the impacts of 'highly volatile commercial conditions' and wet weather on their businesses
The Welsh Conservatives leader has written a blog for Íæż½ã½ã on the importance of farming communities, the Sustainable Farming Scheme and how his party will back farmers ahead of the General Election
Alex Cole-Hamilton, leader of the party, said the Scottish Liberal Democrats were the party of rural Scotland
The Countryside Alliance has analysed how each political party's manifesto commitments could have consequences on farming and rural communities
Labour party leader Sir Keir Starmer writes exclusively for Íæż½ã½ã outlining what his party will do for farming
As agriculture faces increasing pressure from sustainability drives, Marks & Spencer chair and farmer Archie Norman told the Future Countryside event why the industry should not lose focus of production
Drew Hendry, Scottish National Party candidate for Inverness, Skye and West Ross-Shire, has written a blog for Íæż½ã½ã ahead of the General Election