Angela Chappelhow

Angela Chappelhow

NEW ANIMAL WELFARE STRATEGY

Just before Christmas, the government launched a new Animal Welfare Strategy setting out a programme of reforms for farm animals, pets and wildlife.  The strategy includes proposals that will impact on farmers including potentially phasing out the use of colony…

BATTERS REVIEW FINALLY PUBLISHED!

The long-awaited farming profitability review lead by Minette Batters was published yesterday. Her 57 recommendations make interesting reading, but we must be realistic in assuming that not all of them are going to be adopted by government.  Some of the…

LIVESTOCK WORRYING BILL

The Dogs (Protection of Livestock) (Amendment) Bill passed its final stage in Parliament on 5th December and will now go for Royal Assent.  Key points include: Unlimited fines – The old £1,000 cap has gone. Courts can now impose unlimited fines…

BASIC PAYMENT SCHEME

At the risk of being depressing (and the weather is depressing enough!), this is a reminder that there won’t be a BPS payment this December as the 2025 payment was made in August as a single instalment.  However, you should…

NEW FARM SUPPORT PROGRAMME OPPORTUNITY

The Northumberland Farmer Network is piloting a new farm business support programme funded by The Royal Countryside Fund (RCF). The programme will bring together 20–25 farm businesses to discuss current challenges, share ideas, and explore ways to strengthen their businesses.…

CALLING ALL LAKE DISTRICT FARMERS

The Lake District National Park Partnership is consulting on their new management plan for the Lake District.    You can find out more and submit your views here and consultation drop-in sessions are taking place on: Saturday 6th December – Muncaster Castle…