We’re urging the Government to protect the farming budget to ensure a resilient future for farming. That’s why we’re also backing the RSPB’s petition calling for more investment in nature-friendly practices.

NFFN is putting pressure on the Government to safeguard the farming budget. Without proper funding, efforts to tackle climate change and protect food security will be at risk. Adequate investment is key to supporting nature-friendly practices that boost biodiversity, improve water quality, and make farms more resilient to extreme weather.

NFFN CEO Martin Lines has raised concerns about the Government’s commitment to farming along the sidelines of the Labour Party Conference, held in Liverpool in September. He highlighted the £358 million underspend of the farming budget by the previous administration as a clear sign that not enough is being done to help farmers transition to sustainable practices. “We need a farming budget that actually works. Current funding levels just aren’t enough to meet the Government’s own environmental targets,” Martin said.

To put extra pressure on the Government, we’re supporting the RSPB’s petition urging Chancellor Rachel Reeves to invest in nature-friendly farming. With 70% of UK land used for farming, we know our sector is key to nature’s recovery. If you agree, please sign the petition and help us show the Chancellor that farming and nature’s recovery need more investment. Sign the RSPB’s petition here.