Emerging agricultural policies are unpicked and discussed with Defra social researcher Thomas Smith in an exclusive two-part audio series.
Hosted by the Yorkshire Food Farming and Rural Network, Defra’s link network with Yorkshire and a group supported by the Yorkshire Agricultural Society, you can listen to discussion below.
In the first clip, Thomas explains what the new agricultural policies look like. A short and concise run-through, it is a useful starting point for getting up to speed with the headline changes to farming support that are taking place during the post- EU exit Agricultural Transition Period.
During part two, members of the Network put their questions and observations to Thomas during a lively debate.
The conversation, originally held by video call in the run up to the 2021 Great Yorkshire Show, is chaired by network chair Madge Moore.
Thomas covers a range of topics and here are some useful links to some of the items that are discussed:
- Defra’s Environmental Land Management Schemes – an overview
- Defra’s plans for piloting the future Sustainable Farming Incentive scheme
- Future Farming blog with the latest news about the co-design of future Defra schemes
If you are looking at how to adapt your farming business in the coming months, you may be interested in registering for a free series of ‘Preparing for Change’ webinars this autumn.
Designed to help farming families to prepare for the biggest change in the agricultural industry for 60 years, they have been commissioned by Grow Yorkshire.
