Red Tractor must avoid 'fudged' reform, bluetongue restriction havoc in Wales, Scottish beef at the Royal Highland Show, Farming Rules for Water, and more on skylarks at Cereals
The Farmers Weekly Podcast
00:00
Challenges in Red Tractor Assurance Reform
This chapter explores the implications of recommendations aimed at reforming the Red Tractor assurance scheme, rooted in its historical context following crises like the BSE outbreak. It highlights concerns from arable farmers regarding compliance complexity, the effectiveness of leadership in enacting meaningful changes, and the need for a reassessment of regulations, particularly around imports. The discussion emphasizes the necessity for engaging farmers in the reform process to ensure that new standards effectively address their needs and improve the agricultural landscape.
Transcript
Play full episode
