Watch: What next for UK farming? The CLA talks policy, nature & county shows
In this 15-minute discussion, CLA experts reflect on political engagement, policy developments and the potential of regenerative farming practices at Groundswell and other rural shows“We need certainty from the government now,” says the CLA East Director Cath Crowther in this short discussion about political engagement on farming schemes at recent county shows.
Cath also recaps this year's Groundswell Festival, where the CLA hosted roundtables with Defra Secretary Steve Reed and the Duchess of Edinburgh - looking at the future for farming and land managers.
CLA Environment Policy Adviser Bethany Turner provides updates on Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) and the Planning and Infrastructure Bill which will be of interest to members.
CLA Land Use Policy Adviser Matthew Doran also shares his thoughts on the regenerative farming practices on-show at Groundswell, with optimism not only for nature and rural business outputs, but also for the mental health of land managers.
Watch the 15-minute discussion unfold below.