To reach Net Zero emissions by 2050, a combination of emissions reduction and carbon removal will be needed. 

For many farmers this means focusing on reducing their own business emissions, carbon auditing, working with their supply chain, improving productive efficiency and increasing carbon sequestration on-farm.

The Welsh Government has updated the list of frequently asked questions on tenanted land for the Water Resources (Control of Agricultural Pollution) (Wales) Regulations 2021: https://www.gov.wales/water-resources-control-agricultural-pollution-wales-regulations-2021-tenanted-land-frequently

 The FUW members are reminded that they can receive a free 30 minute consultation from Davis Meade Property Consultants who specialise in agricultural tenancy matters.

Farming Connect can match farmers and landowners who are looking to step back from the industry with new entrants looking for a way into farming. 

It guides people on both sides through the key steps required to find a potential business partner. The package of support offers a matching service, mentoring, business planning and legal advice to provide guidance at every stage of establishing a joint venture.

The Welsh Government has announced that the Welsh food and drink industry’s exports increased by £157 million between 2021 and 2022, representing a 24.5% rise.

This is a larger percentage increase than the UK as a whole, which grew by 21.6%.

Meat and meat products were the highest value category at £265 million, a 42% increase from 2021, followed by cereal and cereal preparations which rose 16% to £160 million.

Hybu Cig Cymru also reported that fresh and frozen sheep meat exports from the UK performed well in the first six months of 2023, recording a 14% year-on-year increase - while imports fell considerably.