Climate change adviser calls for 20% cut in UK farmland

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Written by Jamie Day

The Committee on Climate Change (CCC) has called for a 20% shift from agricultural land use in the UK in order for the economy to achieve the target of net zero emissions by 2050. The CCC, chaired by Lord Deben (former MAFF minister John Gummer), is an independent adviser to the government. The farm unions […]

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Fields to Fork Festival 2025 offers discounted tickets for the farming community.

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The Fields to Fork Festival celebrating country life, good food and backing British farming is due to take over Whitebottom Farm, Manchester, on 3rd & 4th May 2025!

Set against the idyllic backdrop of Whitebottom Farm, the festival will be an unforgettable weekend of live music, award-winning chefs, and gourmet food and drink, all while supporting UK’s farmers and food producers. As a way to show appreciation for everyone in the farming community, discounted tickets are on offer for those working in the agricultural sectors.

Alexander McLaren, Founder of Fields to Fork Festival says “British produce and rural culture has never needed the spotlight more than it does today. This festival is our way of celebrating everything that makes...
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