Research from the Institute for Sustainable Food has been cited in a new report from the House of Commons EFRA Committee which calls on the Government to fully assess the impact that the biggest change to agricultural policy in 70 years will have on farm businesses, and to properly support the sector as it navigates the transition.

The report highlights evidence given to the committee by Dr Ruth Little, Lecturer in Human Geography at the University of Sheffield’s Department of Geography and member of the Institute for Sustainable Food.

Part of the evidence highlighted in the report is the uncertainty that remains around the seven year agricultural transition - initiated by the UK’s decision to leave the EU - and how it will affect English farming.

This includes evidence that says limited communication has hindered farmers ability to plan for changes and Defra needs to develop a clear engagement strategy.

Read more at: University of Sheffield

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