The UK is set to significantly reduce its nature-friendly farming budget, as confirmed by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra). This cut will focus funding solely on small farms, while most larger farms will be excluded, causing concern among environmental groups that the move will harm biodiversity and sustainability. As the UK transitions away from the EU's common agricultural policy, many farmers may face financial difficulty, leading to potential intensification of production to survive. The upcoming funding strategy will prioritize areas with the highest potential for environmental benefits, potentially sidelining other important ecosystems.
The UK government's budget cuts to nature-friendly farming face criticism, revealing a troubling shift away from supporting sustainable practices in agriculture.
Defra’s plan will restrict nature-friendly funding to small farms, exacerbating concerns about environmental protection and possibly damaging biodiversity across rural areas.
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