We import 40 to 46% of the food we need. The antiquated method if farm ownership has never put enough food on our tables. Just like the miners, car workers, shipbuilders and strelworkers, the industry needs a reset.
❤ Absolute Madness, this country just takes takes takes from the hardest working people! Brought tears to my eyes 🥹 seeing the pain in your face Richard. Farmers are the backbone of this country and need to be supported. 💙💙💙
You need to get a life mate, wait till you see kids dying of cancer because they can’t afford £6000 for treatment and your crying because a farmer has to pay tax on anything over a million in two years time? Give your stupid inane head a shake.
@@kennethbaker7254 thank you for your support. I’m in London on Tuesday 19th. I’ve got a meeting with our MP. We are trying to get this government to re consider this attack on working people. I will be flying the flag for you all. Thanks again for your kind words.
Richard, I really feel for you, very moving chat. I know farmers are hard working in long hours and you don’t deserve this cruel treatment. Has anybody on here thought of go fund me? That will help this farmer. We need our farmers more than ever to keep our traditions going to provide our food. Please someone watching this video come up with ideas how the public can help alleviate the problems he’s facing. God bless you Richard and your family ❤
This cannot be allowed to happen. The majority of the public are 100% behind you. We do not want to lose our fantastic farmers who provide us with the best food and the caretakers of the land. This evil government is hell bent on destroying everything good in this country and it’s people. Labour is finished. If they last 5 years they will be lucky. Stay strong Richard. You have a lot of support with the British people
Thank you for sharing your thoughts! It's crucial to rally behind our farmers and support the hard work they put into feeding us all. Together, we can make a difference!
I was moved to tears watching this video. We all need to support the farmers. They are our food. Imports can be stopped by other countries if and when and they can charge what they want if there is no option
I really appreciate your heartfelt comment! It’s amazing to see how passionate people are about supporting our farmers. Together, we can make a meaningful impact!
Look we all have to take responsibility for this, we have disagreed with government policy for decades. It does not matter who was in power, we have disagreed with decisions governments have made. Unfortunately we have only voiced our opinions with family and friends and who we see in market through fear of being seen as disruptive and outspoken. It’s in the British nature, not just in farming it’s country wide. The government want to build houses to house half of the rest of the world, it seams to me government want the farmers to finance that project and also obtain cheap land. I’m from a farming family, but my father was on that Normandy beach 80 years ago fighting for our way of life. He got through the war and came home and built a small farm and family. Unfortunately through effects of the war he went to his grave far too early. Now there is only one way forward and it is time for farmers and the country to stand up and be counted and make sure Starmer hears the disapproval. Also really think about, who you are going to vote for next time, because either of the parties over the decades I’ve known have never given farmers the respect and support they need.
Farmers got screwed over Brexit by the Tories- farmers and fishermen should be taxed 0% on income ,subsidies worked for ,govt to drive up production ,subsidies paid for by supermarket taxes ,supermarkets are to blame for this cost of living crisis expecting to keep there profit margins - so many businesses tried to milk the consumer trying to makeup loss revenue after covid ,but the wealthy rich playing at farming have NOT PAYING THERE TAXES FOR pass 14 years plus, they driven the people to vote yes at Brexit and Tories failed to deliver on there promises - now this govt have to make it work ! But farmers are at the heart of making it work ,am lead to believed it won’t effect the small farmer but I don’t call 500 acre farm a small farmer so where do we call it?
Imagine a horrible situation hypothetically your father passes away and you inherit the farm, you have to sell 20% of your farm to pay the tax, then for some reason you pass away your son will end up in the same situation again.. we need to take on our governments head on, it's our land.. Farmers across Europe must unite.. if those recent protests across Europe where joined up our governments would have to listen.. WE HOLD THE POWER, we just need to grasp it.. support from Ireland ✌
A friend’s grandfather dies and the farm went to his wife then shortly afterwards she died and the two sons had to split the remnants but after two lots of Inheritance tax had taken most of it. They did then allow the passing between spouse were exempt but it appears to be going back to the same time. Tax is theft taken from what you work for which is taxed and they want everything from what you worked for.
Thanks Richard, The whole agricultural supply chain and rural economy are been subjected to unnecessary discrimination on a scale un seen before. The physical and mental strain upon individuals involved is wholly unjustified. My prayers are with all affected, including myself. Keep Britain farming
Stay strong Richard you've got a lot of the public on your side Hopefully we can get rid of this hideous government and get a patriotic party in that cares for their own
Richard I stand by you 100%,this government has told lies from the start,they have not got any idea how farming works.I worked in ag all my life I am 73 and have never seen farming in crisis without budget.I follow you and Joe Seels,Olyblog,Harrys farm,Tom Pemberton,Charlet Ashley.If you all stick together you will come out of this mess.I wish you all the best you all show in your videos the passion to your job.All the best Richard and talk to other Farmers you need each other.Keep the videos cming.All the best Steve.
Thank you for your support, Steve! It’s great to hear from someone with so much experience in agriculture. We're all in this together, and your encouragement means a lot!
@@1MrMoor I’m sorry you feel this way. The problem has always been farms work in little to no profit. The reason the farmers have left is the very reason for the current TAXation up-raw. The farmers that have sold up and left because they could no longer make a living. You have actual answered your own statement in your description about your village. Stronger farms have grown in size to keep your food cheap. To do that they look from the outside they are very wealthy but this is far from the truth. They now need to have large assets to make up for the farmers that have left. It seems you are not looking at the bigger picture. When they have all gone. Are you going to grow your one food and milk your own cow or are you buying substandard imported food from starving nations. So TAX the farmer food production capability and it the public that loos!!!
The nation are behind you Richard, I take of my hat to you and all Farmers alike. This Goverment are no good for farmers or our great nation. Stay strong, weather this sh*t hole of a storm, They won't last very long,
@@sarahann530 it’s a good question but farm land did not or had not increased in value. IHT is a tax on capital and the capital value had not risen enough to make a meaningful impact. When Queen Elizabeth II was born in 1926 farmland values stood at £30 per acre. Now, 90 years on, the UK average is £8,000 per acre.
@@irisaviation852 farmland increased in value after the IHT was abolished because it became a tax dodge for the wealthy. Land was not for farming it became a vehicle for tax avoidance .
@@sarahann530 rubbish, above inflationary increases did not occur until about 1993 due to land shortage and development value. 10 years after this date. If you wan to mitigate IHT you would be better to but a business for the family and this is what many people legitimately did. Good for the Uk and good for the tax payer.
When folk truly grasp what this means en mass there will be uproar. I'm with you and others will follow. Truly an outrageous policy. This is about controlling the land and corporates want it.
Thank you Richard. This helped to clear up my understanding of the issues of today. Taxation isn't obligatory, although they would have you believe otherwise. It is extortion or slavery if you do not consent to it, both of which are illegal. I back the farmers 100% and I wish more knew how the establishment lie to us to keep us living in fear. I am one of the resident guest speakers on an Internet radio show called The Wednesday Pushback on a station called WTFR (We Think Freely Radio) which goes out live every Wednseday evening at 9pm. We have a round table discussion about these topics which effect ordinary folk, and farming needs to be discussed so that everybody understands what is going on. Thanks again. I have subscribed to you channel.
You are appreciated Richard ❤ I live next to a small diary farm and see how hard they work, 365 days a year. I hope you can find a way or the government are pressurised enough (via protest) to reconsider.
Thank you for sharing your perspective! It's important to recognize the hard work of those in the dairy industry. Together, we can hope for positive changes.
Hi Richard. We do not have death duties (tax) in Australia, whoever we do have several state Labor governments including Federal. The Labor Government in state of Victoria is SOOOO broke they are re-introducing a death tax, but they so not call it that. The federal government is plastering our finest agricultural land with solar and wind farms. They are pushing transmission lines across great farming land with restrictions what the farmer can do. High farming equipment cannot operate under these lines, restricting farming practices. What you in the UK and what we in Australia are subjected to is what Labor governments are good at. All the best with your fight against your rotten government.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts! It’s encouraging to see so many people passionate about standing up for England's values. Together, we can make a difference!
My grandad was a butcher before WWI, with a horse and cart. Was in the Catering Core during the war, and fought down through to Italy. Worked until 1959.
GREAT CONTENT RICHARD 👍🏻🇬🇧 I’m from Nottingham I support farmers 100% think you guys have been dealt a serious blow and where does it end ? My thinking is getting as many farmers to Billboard up and down the country exposing this injustice and more charity groups set up to also support you guys and gals in the farming industry You see all the time on tv ones for donkeys in Spain (nothing against donkeys) 😂 but on a serious note .. surely it’s now our time the British public to help you lot 🚜 If we work together we can change the way things have gone and reverse this disgusting decision this labour government as made 👍🏻🇬🇧🇬🇧🚜
Thank you for your support! It's crucial to raise awareness about the challenges faced by farmers, and your ideas for billboards and charity groups could really make a difference.
Coming from a family who has farmed. For the first time I am glad my grandfather has passed away. This would have broken his heart. This is so upsetting, respect for speaking out. This policy has to be cancelled or we lose our food security!
Hi Richard just watched your video, i have been brought up farming when we had time off school it was for the hardest of potatoes cauliflowers swedes and anemones, we didn't have holidays we were a bit lucky we are in mid Cornwall and only short distances from the seaside but we didn't go much we had to help on the Farm. We are out of farming now as my dad is gone and we only have a Daughter, i can understand you entirely if i were in your position 15 yr ago i dont know what we would have done, to have a loan would be a no no how would we be able to live. The Labour government is going to bring the country to it's knees wehad the farm for 4 generations, you put it over on the video Brilliantly it is a worrying time for all Farmers hoping to hand down there farm as a going concern, best wishes to you from Cornwall from Laurence.
Thank you for sharing your story, Laurence. It’s clear that farming is a deeply rooted part of your family history, and I appreciate your insights on the challenges we face today. Best wishes to you and your daughter.
Don’t believe you’re alone. Londoners, especially hikers, really admire and respect farmers. Watching and waiting to hear what you want us public to do. Besides eat 3 times a day! No farmers, no food!
Love watching your videos Richard............today's was heart wrenching one and i feel for you so much. Wish you all the luck in the world with getting this ridiculous decision from our ridiculous government overturned.......❤ xx
Don't forget 7 days a week .don't forget .the stress .and how expensive a tractor .or machinery has rocketed ..vet bills through the roof ..selling your self short
So sorry to hear of your family situation, your story emanates with me,My parents and grandparents who put everything into our farm and sacrifice so many things for themselves and like that is very little cash flow as it’s all returned to the farm to make things better. Do your best to hold on. Eventually without farmers, there is going to be a major problem and then the government may wake up
Thank you for sharing your story. It’s truly inspiring to hear about the dedication and sacrifices made by families in farming. Together, we can all support each other through these challenges.
Richard I’m not got anything to do with farmers except buy British food only where possible. I support you farmers 100% and if I can do anything to support you all I will. I’m in my late 70s but I feel sorry for any youngsters who would like to carry on the tradition of following in their parents footsteps.
Thank you for your support! It's so important to keep the connection with our farmers strong, and your commitment to buying British food helps sustain that tradition.
British food is the best! Problem is the majority of the British public won't realise what they had until it's gone!😢 Stop this madness, support the farmers!
Absolutely true! It's essential for everyone to appreciate the incredible produce we have right here in Britain. Supporting our farmers is vital for a sustainable future!
Thank you for your video. This government has it ears and eyes closed to what's happening to our country as they are responsible . Keep strong keep spreading the word , the people are behind you ❤
HI Richard, this government appears to be hell bent on doing away with British agriculture. If they go down the road of importing foods, and it appears that is what they want to do we could be held to ransom by other countries. we could be given good prices at the beginning of the deal and then what could happen !!
Richard thanks for the reply it was a blast I love farming broke my heart seeing our family farm sold my best mate bought it so I can still vist buildings have gone but land and memories are still there what this government is doing is cruel,if I could I'd buy a small farm just like Adrian from I farm we farm a one man set up but in these days you'd have to have no mortgage or rent and the have money to buy cattle and machinery so unless I win the lottery it will never happen and if it did the government would probably tax me for it thanks for sharing your life with us Richard appreciate it mate ❤
Richard my heart break for you and all farmers!! My cousins are milk farmers in Ireland. It’s absolutely disgusting and wrong! Pull together for the protest ( if you can). Power is in numbers! All farmers are daily in my prayers 🙏🏻
Normal people value what you lads do. And there's always hope that the next lot will see sense and reverse this nonsense. Good luck fella and take care of you and yours.
Thank you for sharing your perspective. It's important to have these discussions about taxes and how they impact everyone, especially those who have worked hard all their lives.
Hi Richard, I am a farmer in WALES same as you in grieve by this horrible situation. Yes you smashingly pointed it out, will done you! WE THE FARMERS do not earned COLOSSAL AMOUNT OF CASH!!What we earned goes back to the farm the equipment /machinery we used and bills are chasing if some machineries faulty. The HUGE TAX we have paid every year still not enough for them! YES, where the heck on earth we will get that huge amount of CASH TO PAY for that IHT THE GOVERNMENT asking from us FARMERS! I rented a patch of land so I can put more stocks but if the only option is to sell a patch of land and to think you're giving it away it's depressing!!No holidays just to save money for the farm, works 24/7 and if only this humanly body of a bloody farmer can go on working for 24hours without stopping we surely be doing so just to keep the farm in very well conditioned!!!!! And now this morning as I am going to livestock market my wife hand me £10.00 cash and she said go and eat lovely dinner at the market[as I always go home to eat as I am saving every penny ] before you save it for the farm and if ,it will only be going to an inheritance tax better you used it ,than your just wasting it by giving it away!
@@ydramj3725 wow you’re story about your lunch…. It’s so true. Thank you very much for support for agriculture. The message we have received has been unbelievable it has had me in tears. Every message on here is for all the farming community everywhere.
Hey Richard. I’m sorry to hear about how this is affecting you and your family. Across the U.K. farmers have been getting shafted for a while and now it’s got to this stage… It’s ridiculous that due to Government incompetence regular folk need to pay the price. It’s blatant theft as is all taxation. But this inheritance tax is absolutely disgusting. Hopefully my comment helps boost your video. All the best mate.
Putting more stress on the Farmers same here in Ireland these people want full control and if you control food you control the people.
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I am so sorry you are having to deal with this, it's so ridiculous. I am appalled at what labour has done. Hopefully, they will see sense and reverse this.
completely understand your frustration. Those crises were devastating for the farming community. It's disheartening to see similar challenges arise, especially when they seem to be driven by misguided policies. We must stay strong and united.
And that was a hoax - wait till people wake up and understand the truth about that (unlikely as most don't think for themselves) then there really will be pitchforks. Same with TB - not an infectious disease caused by badgers etc (it's caused by toxic exposure which makes cows sick) but gives the government the right to control your farm and drives pharma sales also.
Morning Richard I as a retired farm worker really feel for you, these clowns in government won't be there for a full term so look after dad and hopefully you can ride this out, another thought is charge the correct amount for your milk and beef stop importing cheap goods and let us the consumer pay the correct amount again no easy solution atm but all farmers must stick together in this best of luck my friend
Thank you for your kind words and support David. It's encouraging to know that people like you understand the challenges we face. We'll continue to work hard and hopefully ride out this storm. Your advice about pricing and reducing reliance on imports is spot on. We need to work together as an industry to ensure a sustainable future for British farming. Thanks again for your support.
If your 58 and live to say 78 and save up £1miilion for your son to pay tax they’d take 20% of that leaving you only £800,000 so your’d need to save about £1.2 5mill. Over 20 years you’d be taxed on your saving out of profits (what profits?) and you’d need about £50,000 per annum to save after tax - I bet that’s a lot more than you actually make? If you live to 88 you’d “only” need about £30,000 per annum savings! The government’s got every farmers tax returns. They can see for themselves that no one makes enough money to pay 20% inheritance tax out of profits and saving. The government policies control low food prices so they also control the fact you can’t pay. Introducing this tax must be an ideological attack on ownership and envy as they must know farmers can’t pay so they must want you to have to sell up and don’t care. The Prime minister and Chancellor both rent their homes out for more than most farmers earn but won’t pay much inheritance tax as it’s their main home. But they obviously like that they own property. Just not that you own yours!
Very well written. Thanks you got it spot on. The only thing missing is it affects everyone in the uk the food you eat will be very very expensive and may be even the supply destroyed. It’s frightening thinking about what’s coming. Thanks for you support
Also if you have to sell off to pay you have a disproportionate amount of value in your house buildings stock and equipment over bare land value so you’d have to sell proportionately more land thereby reducing the farm so it’s not viable - which must also be part of the plan?
My new, young local Labour MP for Rushcliffe, James Naish, just happens to mention in his prospectus that he's from a farming family and grew up on a farm. I wonder how he can look into his family's eyes? Mind you, his uncle is Alistair Campbell
It's interesting how family backgrounds can shape a politician's perspective. I hope James Naish can bridge his farming roots with his political ambitions!
@@yorkshirefarming I worked on a sheep farm in Dent, Cumbria briefly in my teens. My God what an eye opener! You have my admiration and gratitude sir and all other farmers
I can hear your sincerity, I am ashamed of what our incompetent government are doing. We the general public should back our farmer, God bless you all. 😮😮😮🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Well explained 👍🏻 people need to understand all they are trying to do is tax tax tax on everything and don’t let us make any money in our own right or to help out the next generation as farming is worlds away from there way of living in London. Keep positive my friend and all us in all aspects of farming need to stick together and push back
Great video, they do not have a clue how the family farm works, and how the knowledge transfer from generation to generation, it’s stuff that can’t be bought or taught.
Non farmer here but I have worked in the industry, I understand exactly how farms work and why this is a big issue. I hope something can be done and I will be supporting you all as much as I can. Stay strong and just see how this plays out over the next few weeks. Food security was a big thing a while back, what happened to that, we all need to eat and if the world goes even madder than it is now with trade restrictions etc or more wars then food imports could dry up, then what happens?? The UK should be able to grow enough food for itself. The last thing we need is to lose all the knowledge that all you farmers have, how crops grow in your area etc etc. This is a huge issue and should be treated as such by those in power.
I really appreciate your understanding and support. It’s people like you who can help amplify the message about the importance of food security and sustainable farming practices.
What an honest vlog Richard on behalf of all our family farming community out there going through it , you have shared the the truths for all to see, send you and your family strength xx
Hi Richard I feel so sorry for what the government as gone and don with taxing farmers they don't seem to care about business and people i hope they change it so farmers will be able to keep their farms
Look into putting your farms in trust. You can do this independently without solicitors! We support you completely. Please open more markets/stalls so we can access you directly. “NO” is a fantastic word… All the very best 🌿
Its disgusting behaviour by a government not fit for purpose. Look after yourself and family remember you and your family's health is the most important thing in this life .
Thank you for your kind words and support. It’s a difficult time for farmers, but we'll persevere. Your concern for our well-being is appreciated. We'll continue to do our best to take care of ourselves and our families.
Hi Richard, I am a farmer in a similar situation. We will have to sell land, or take on debt that the farm earning couldn't service. I think it is also worth mentioning all family businesses will also be affected whatever industry they are in. They will also have to sell their businesses, no doubt with job losses.
Hi Richard that's so sad for you all we are also includedas we live on a small family farm in northern ireland. Your whole family's work claimed by this destructive government. We will continue to support you all dear friends. God bless From sally and Mervyn
Hi Richard. Completely agree with your assessment of politicians. They are all idiots. I work in the UK Oil & Gas sector and Labour are intent on destroying that too!
Hi Richard. As a non farmer I sympathise with you babe. I have already written to my MP about this subject. It’s criminal what they are doing yet those that don’t even pay tax at all (*bucks for instance) are laughing at us all.
Good luck Richard, from what I’ve seen it looks likes there’s potentially ways round it with proper planning in place but I realise it’s not always that straight forward
It has been written that famine of magnitude proportion is coming in the end times. Now we are seeing the reason why this will really happen. The farmers should be protected not harmed the way this government is stupidly doing.
@@yorkshirefarming You are not alone. People are feeling your frustrations. Maybe organize and lead a pushback. Sometimes, a spark is needed just like what Pres Trump did.
So very sorry and for every farmer across the world - particularly the UK farmers under Keir Starmer. 😢😢 If I had the power and the means to help it is the farmers that I would help and then the homeless. You are ALWAYS in my prayers. 🙏🙏🙏
Richard I really feel for you As you know I watch a lot of youtube farmer's, I appreciate it's a way of life, with all the challenges and restrictions thrown at farmer's, at the end of the day a manufacturing business that experiences production increases, pass those costs onto their customers, so they can maintain a profit You guy's are basically told what you can sell your product at regardless of increases or weather conditions, hence your asset was protected from these taxes I fear, from all the recent policies, our government, regardless of political party, it's the civil servants that decide the muppets in parliament are just puppets, having their strings pulled. My point is, with environmental policies, ignoring flooding issues, paying for rewilding or bird feed over human food, passing planning on agricultural land for solar, wind, construction of retail outlets, housing and industrial estates, I fear our government want to demolish farming in favour of imports, so they can get their hands on import taxes God help our food security, knowing we already can't feed our population, if another Ukraine situation were to arise, another conflict, will it be too late to call on our farmer's as we did during WW1 and WW2 The thanks for generations of feeding this country is to kill agriculture I hope NFU will actually UNITE the farmer's to fight this policy but also to explain to the populous what this all means so you get the public backing you all deserve Geoff
Geoff, thank you for your thoughtful and insightful comment. It's disheartening to see the challenges we face as farmers, especially with the increasing regulatory burden and the lack of control over our own livelihoods. You're absolutely right about the impact of environmental policies and the push for renewable energy. While these are important issues, we need a balanced approach that doesn't jeopardize food security. It's frustrating to see farmland being converted for other uses, while farmers are struggling to make ends meet. We, as farmers, are often caught in a difficult position. We're expected to be stewards of the environment, provide food for the nation, and maintain a profitable business. It's a tall order, and the current policies make it even more challenging. I hope that the NFU will continue to advocate for our interests and that the public will support us in our efforts to ensure a sustainable future for British agriculture. Thank you again for your support.
We are 100% support you farmers best wishes from Northern Ireland
Thank you so much for your support! Farmers play such a vital role, and it's great to see solidarity from Northern Ireland!
And the Midlands.
Don't give up. Don't let this Government get you down . Fight on all the people are behind . If we got no famers we got no food
Can you not split it all up to different small farms ? X just an idea and I’m sure you thought of it already , I’m so sorry .
We import 40 to 46% of the food we need. The antiquated method if farm ownership has never put enough food on our tables. Just like the miners, car workers, shipbuilders and strelworkers, the industry needs a reset.
❤ Absolute Madness, this country just takes takes takes from the hardest working people! Brought tears to my eyes 🥹 seeing the pain in your face Richard. Farmers are the backbone of this country and need to be supported. 💙💙💙
You need to get a life mate, wait till you see kids dying of cancer because they can’t afford £6000 for treatment and your crying because a farmer has to pay tax on anything over a million in two years time? Give your stupid inane head a shake.
@@kennethbaker7254 thank you for your support. I’m in London on Tuesday 19th. I’ve got a meeting with our MP. We are trying to get this government to re consider this attack on working people. I will be flying the flag for you all. Thanks again for your kind words.
An educational and enlightening talk. Thank you.
@@MsPromo5785 thank you 👍
Richard, I really feel for you, very moving chat. I know farmers are hard working in long hours and you don’t deserve this cruel treatment. Has anybody on here thought of go fund me? That will help this farmer. We need our farmers more than ever to keep our traditions going to provide our food. Please someone watching this video come up with ideas how the public can help alleviate the problems he’s facing.
God bless you Richard and your family ❤
Well said and explained Richard, I,m a farmer as well. It’s disgusting, they’re trying to sabotage our own industry, madness !!!
Thanks for the support, Philip. It's good to know we're not alone in this fight. We'll continue to work together to protect our industry
Please consider who will gain?
Not the small man I gamble
Stop fucking moaning and do something about it
Don’t give up all stand together keep your head up
Absolutely! It's important to stay united and keep our spirits high. We've got this!
The public learn fast and we are for you this Labour should be called the WEF David party
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I see!
Well explained and well said Richard. Its sickening beyond words what they are doing to us
This cannot be allowed to happen. The majority of the public are 100% behind you. We do not want to lose our fantastic farmers who provide us with the best food and the caretakers of the land. This evil government is hell bent on destroying everything good in this country and it’s people. Labour is finished. If they last 5 years they will be lucky. Stay strong Richard. You have a lot of support with the British people
Thank you for sharing your thoughts! It's crucial to rally behind our farmers and support the hard work they put into feeding us all. Together, we can make a difference!
@yorkshirefarming Cheaper food comes from Australia and New Zealand thanks to Brexit
I'm on your side Richard. Politicians they've just taken the heart out of farming.
@@robertsaunders9997 thank you all for your support
@@robertsaunders9997 thank you. Let’s hope the protests make a difference.
@@yorkshirefarming Did Brexit bring the benefits you voted for ?
Well said, Richard! Please keep us updated. It made me and hubby so angry with the government!
You have explained the crisis, very well.
Thank you for your kind words! I'm glad you found the explanation clear and helpful.
I was moved to tears watching this video. We all need to support the farmers. They are our food. Imports can be stopped by other countries if and when and they can charge what they want if there is no option
I really appreciate your heartfelt comment! It’s amazing to see how passionate people are about supporting our farmers. Together, we can make a meaningful impact!
Look we all have to take responsibility for this, we have disagreed with government policy for decades. It does not matter who was in power, we have disagreed with decisions governments have made. Unfortunately we have only voiced our opinions with family and friends and who we see in market through fear of being seen as disruptive and outspoken. It’s in the British nature, not just in farming it’s country wide. The government want to build houses to house half of the rest of the world, it seams to me government want the farmers to finance that project and also obtain cheap land. I’m from a farming family, but my father was on that Normandy beach 80 years ago fighting for our way of life. He got through the war and came home and built a small farm and family. Unfortunately through effects of the war he went to his grave far too early. Now there is only one way forward and it is time for farmers and the country to stand up and be counted and make sure Starmer hears the disapproval. Also really think about, who you are going to vote for next time, because either of the parties over the decades I’ve known have never given farmers the respect and support they need.
Sad situation. Brought me to tears too
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Farmers got screwed over Brexit by the Tories- farmers and fishermen should be taxed 0% on income ,subsidies worked for ,govt to drive up production ,subsidies paid for by supermarket taxes ,supermarkets are to blame for this cost of living crisis expecting to keep there profit margins - so many businesses tried to milk the consumer trying to makeup loss revenue after covid ,but the wealthy rich playing at farming have NOT PAYING THERE TAXES FOR pass 14 years plus, they driven the people to vote yes at Brexit and Tories failed to deliver on there promises - now this govt have to make it work ! But farmers are at the heart of making it work ,am lead to believed it won’t effect the small farmer but I don’t call 500 acre farm a small farmer so where do we call it?
Imagine a horrible situation hypothetically your father passes away and you inherit the farm, you have to sell 20% of your farm to pay the tax, then for some reason you pass away your son will end up in the same situation again.. we need to take on our governments head on, it's our land.. Farmers across Europe must unite.. if those recent protests across Europe where joined up our governments would have to listen.. WE HOLD THE POWER, we just need to grasp it.. support from Ireland ✌
A friend’s grandfather dies and the farm went to his wife then shortly afterwards she died and the two sons had to split the remnants but after two lots of Inheritance tax had taken most of it. They did then allow the passing between spouse were exempt but it appears to be going back to the same time. Tax is theft taken from what you work for which is taxed and they want everything from what you worked for.
I can see the stress and sadness in your face,god bless you and all family farmers
Thank you for your kind words! It’s definitely a tough journey, but we’re grateful for the support from viewers like you.
Thanks Richard,
The whole agricultural supply chain and rural economy are been subjected to unnecessary discrimination on a scale un seen before.
The physical and mental strain upon individuals involved is wholly unjustified.
My prayers are with all affected, including myself.
Keep Britain farming
Please don't go, we need a government with a spine. God bless you farmer's 🙏
@@lynnewebster-g5w we will try our best to solve this mess
Thank you for explaining to us what the thieves are up to now, our thoughts are with you and your family ❤
Very very well said richard.
It's absolutely bloody disgusting
Stay strong Richard you've got a lot of the public on your side Hopefully we can get rid of this hideous government and get a patriotic party in that cares for their own
Tell you what Richard you are absolutely right I am absolutely disgusted with this Marco Heysham England
Keep Going mate don't let them get you down. Be there for you soon and family.
Richard I stand by you 100%,this government has told lies from the start,they have not got any idea how farming works.I worked in ag all my life I am 73 and have never seen farming in crisis without budget.I follow you and Joe Seels,Olyblog,Harrys farm,Tom Pemberton,Charlet Ashley.If you all stick together you will come out of this mess.I wish you all the best you all show in your videos the passion to your job.All the best Richard and talk to other Farmers you need each other.Keep the videos cming.All the best Steve.
Thank you for your support, Steve! It’s great to hear from someone with so much experience in agriculture. We're all in this together, and your encouragement means a lot!
@@1MrMoor I’m sorry you feel this way. The problem has always been farms work in little to no profit. The reason the farmers have left is the very reason for the current TAXation up-raw. The farmers that have sold up and left because they could no longer make a living. You have actual answered your own statement in your description about your village. Stronger farms have grown in size to keep your food cheap. To do that they look from the outside they are very wealthy but this is far from the truth. They now need to have large assets to make up for the farmers that have left. It seems you are not looking at the bigger picture. When they have all gone. Are you going to grow your one food and milk your own cow or are you buying substandard imported food from starving nations. So TAX the farmer food production capability and it the public that loos!!!
The nation are behind you Richard, I take of my hat to you and all Farmers alike. This Goverment are no good for farmers or our great nation. Stay strong, weather this sh*t hole of a storm, They won't last very long,
How did farms survive before the inheritance tax was abolished in 84 ?
@@sarahann530 it’s a good question but farm land did not or had not increased in value. IHT is a tax on capital and the capital value had not risen enough to make a meaningful impact. When Queen Elizabeth II was born in 1926 farmland values stood at £30 per acre. Now, 90 years on, the UK average is £8,000 per acre.
@@irisaviation852 farmland increased in value after the IHT was abolished because it became a tax dodge for the wealthy. Land was not for farming it became a vehicle for tax avoidance .
@@sarahann530 rubbish, above inflationary increases did not occur until about 1993 due to land shortage and development value. 10 years after this date. If you wan to mitigate IHT you would be better to but a business for the family and this is what many people legitimately did. Good for the Uk and good for the tax payer.
@irisaviation852 What caused the land shortage. Why would farmers be selling their land if it was in short supply ?
When folk truly grasp what this means en mass there will be uproar. I'm with you and others will follow. Truly an outrageous policy. This is about controlling the land and corporates want it.
Thank you Richard. This helped to clear up my understanding of the issues of today. Taxation isn't obligatory, although they would have you believe otherwise. It is extortion or slavery if you do not consent to it, both of which are illegal. I back the farmers 100% and I wish more knew how the establishment lie to us to keep us living in fear. I am one of the resident guest speakers on an Internet radio show called The Wednesday Pushback on a station called WTFR (We Think Freely Radio) which goes out live every Wednseday evening at 9pm. We have a round table discussion about these topics which effect ordinary folk, and farming needs to be discussed so that everybody understands what is going on. Thanks again. I have subscribed to you channel.
Thanks for the support! Sounds like you’re doing some awesome stuff on the radio too. Let’s keep pushing for more awareness together!
I will pray for all farmers
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@@lindastevens6861 let’s pray for a good outcome.
Good luck Richard.
Thankyou Richard for speaking truth. God help us all.🙏🙏🙏🙏
You're welcome! If only truth-telling came with a cape and superpowers!
You are appreciated Richard ❤ I live next to a small diary farm and see how hard they work, 365 days a year. I hope you can find a way or the government are pressurised enough (via protest) to reconsider.
Thank you for sharing your perspective! It's important to recognize the hard work of those in the dairy industry. Together, we can hope for positive changes.
I agree with you, it's a bloody disgusting what this government is doing to our farmers...
Thank you for sharing your thoughts! It's great to see others passionate about this issue. Together, we can raise awareness!
The naition is with you my friend hang on in there they will be gone v soon .
We need farmers they work so hard. We are all behind you..
I’m not so don’t say we are all behind them. They only have to pay tax after the first £3 million….
so where do you get you're food from the tack away
@@bigwhitie5126go away you must be left wing bum
@bigwhitie5126 nobody should have to pay a penny for losing a family member. If you agree with it then you're just a spastic.
Hi Richard. We do not have death duties (tax) in Australia, whoever we do have several state Labor governments including Federal. The Labor Government in state of Victoria is SOOOO broke they are re-introducing a death tax, but they so not call it that. The federal government is plastering our finest agricultural land with solar and wind farms. They are pushing transmission lines across great farming land with restrictions what the farmer can do. High farming equipment cannot operate under these lines, restricting farming practices. What you in the UK and what we in Australia are subjected to is what Labor governments are good at. All the best with your fight against your rotten government.
England needs to be English again, with values and support from our politians. WE need to stand together and be heard
Thank you for sharing your thoughts! It’s encouraging to see so many people passionate about standing up for England's values. Together, we can make a difference!
These polititains are actively trying to distroy British people
My grandad was a butcher before WWI, with a horse and cart. Was in the Catering Core during the war, and fought down through to Italy. Worked until 1959.
Good luck Richard!
Good luck Richard
GREAT CONTENT RICHARD 👍🏻🇬🇧
I’m from Nottingham I support farmers 100% think you guys have been dealt a serious blow and where does it end ?
My thinking is getting as many farmers to Billboard up and down the country exposing this injustice and more charity groups set up to also support you guys and gals in the farming industry
You see all the time on tv ones for donkeys in Spain (nothing against donkeys) 😂 but on a serious note .. surely it’s now our time the British public to help you lot 🚜
If we work together we can change the way things have gone and reverse this disgusting decision this labour government as made 👍🏻🇬🇧🇬🇧🚜
Thank you for your support! It's crucial to raise awareness about the challenges faced by farmers, and your ideas for billboards and charity groups could really make a difference.
Coming from a family who has farmed. For the first time I am glad my grandfather has passed away. This would have broken his heart. This is so upsetting, respect for speaking out. This policy has to be cancelled or we lose our food security!
Hi Richard just watched your video, i have been brought up farming when we had time off school it was for the hardest of potatoes cauliflowers swedes and anemones, we didn't have holidays we were a bit lucky we are in mid Cornwall and only short distances from the seaside but we didn't go much we had to help on the Farm. We are out of farming now as my dad is gone and we only have a Daughter, i can understand you entirely if i were in your position 15 yr ago i dont know what we would have done, to have a loan would be a no no how would we be able to live. The Labour government is going to bring the country to it's knees wehad the farm for 4 generations, you put it over on the video Brilliantly it is a worrying time for all Farmers hoping to hand down there farm as a going concern, best wishes to you from Cornwall from Laurence.
Thank you for sharing your story, Laurence. It’s clear that farming is a deeply rooted part of your family history, and I appreciate your insights on the challenges we face today. Best wishes to you and your daughter.
Don’t believe you’re alone. Londoners, especially hikers, really admire and respect farmers. Watching and waiting to hear what you want us public to do. Besides eat 3 times a day! No farmers, no food!
Thank you for sharing your thoughts! It's heartwarming to see appreciation for farmers, and your support means a lot.
Also no hikers when land is owner by foreign owners & corporations who have security & lawyers to keep you off.
Love watching your videos Richard............today's was heart wrenching one and i feel for you so much. Wish you all the luck in the world with getting this ridiculous decision from our ridiculous government overturned.......❤ xx
Aww, thanks for the love! Yeah, this whole thing is a mess, but we’ll get through it together!
Good luck mate I hope things get turned around for you
Thank you so much! Your support means a lot to me during this time.
Hope it works out for you fella. Very good video, well explained to the public.
Good luck Richard and all the best, stay strong , I am sure this ridiculous law will be amended🤞
I really appreciate all you farmers do
Thank you for your support! It means a lot to know that people appreciate the hard work farmers put in. Together, we can hope for positive changes!
Thanks Rich.
I hope things change before it all gets signed off permanently.
Don't forget 7 days a week .don't forget .the stress .and how expensive a tractor .or machinery has rocketed ..vet bills through the roof ..selling your self short
So sorry to hear of your family situation, your story emanates with me,My parents and grandparents who put everything into our farm and sacrifice so many things for themselves and like that is very little cash flow as it’s all returned to the farm to make things better. Do your best to hold on. Eventually without farmers, there is going to be a major problem and then the government may wake up
Thank you for sharing your story. It’s truly inspiring to hear about the dedication and sacrifices made by families in farming. Together, we can all support each other through these challenges.
Richard I’m not got anything to do with farmers except buy British food only where possible.
I support you farmers 100% and if I can do anything to support you all I will.
I’m in my late 70s but I feel sorry for any youngsters who would like to carry on the tradition of following in their parents footsteps.
Thank you for your support! It's so important to keep the connection with our farmers strong, and your commitment to buying British food helps sustain that tradition.
British food is the best! Problem is the majority of the British public won't realise what they had until it's gone!😢 Stop this madness, support the farmers!
Absolutely true! It's essential for everyone to appreciate the incredible produce we have right here in Britain. Supporting our farmers is vital for a sustainable future!
Thank you for your video. This government has it ears and eyes closed to what's happening to our country as they are responsible . Keep strong keep spreading the word , the people are behind you ❤
@@mandyandrews3350 thanks for the support. 👍
HI Richard, this government appears to be hell bent on doing away with British agriculture. If they go down the road of importing foods, and it appears that is what they want to do we could be held to ransom by other countries. we could be given good prices at the beginning of the deal and then what could happen !!
Richard thanks for the reply it was a blast I love farming broke my heart seeing our family farm sold my best mate bought it so I can still vist buildings have gone but land and memories are still there what this government is doing is cruel,if I could I'd buy a small farm just like Adrian from I farm we farm a one man set up but in these days you'd have to have no mortgage or rent and the have money to buy cattle and machinery so unless I win the lottery it will never happen and if it did the government would probably tax me for it thanks for sharing your life with us Richard appreciate it mate ❤
I hear you! If only there was a lottery for farm ownership-imagine all of us farmers rolling in hay bales instead of cash!
I'm sorry to hear it its not fair on people like you your are such a nice man my heart bleeds for you Richard
Richard my heart break for you and all farmers!! My cousins are milk farmers in Ireland. It’s absolutely disgusting and wrong! Pull together for the protest ( if you can). Power is in numbers! All farmers are daily in my prayers 🙏🏻
Normal people value what you lads do. And there's always hope that the next lot will see sense and reverse this nonsense. Good luck fella and take care of you and yours.
Keep going Richard and good luck 👍
Good luck with everything you are doing amazing job
Thank you so much! Your support means a lot to us.
Good luck.👍🏻
Thank you
Well said Richard, I’m a pensioner and on a meagre pension. I worked all my life and paid all my taxes, so it’s pathetic that your tax is disgraceful.
Thank you for sharing your perspective. It's important to have these discussions about taxes and how they impact everyone, especially those who have worked hard all their lives.
Hi Richard, I am a farmer in WALES same as you in grieve by this horrible situation. Yes you smashingly pointed it out, will done you! WE THE FARMERS do not earned COLOSSAL AMOUNT OF CASH!!What we earned goes back to the farm the equipment /machinery we used and bills are chasing if some machineries faulty. The HUGE TAX we have paid every year still not enough for them! YES, where the heck on earth we will get that huge amount of CASH TO PAY for that IHT THE GOVERNMENT asking from us FARMERS! I rented a patch of land so I can put more stocks but if the only option is to sell a patch of land and to think you're giving it away it's depressing!!No holidays just to save money for the farm, works 24/7 and if only this humanly body of a bloody farmer can go on working for 24hours without stopping we surely be doing so just to keep the farm in very well conditioned!!!!! And now this morning as I am going to livestock market my wife hand me £10.00 cash and she said go and eat lovely dinner at the market[as I always go home to eat as I am saving every penny ] before you save it for the farm and if ,it will only be going to an inheritance tax better you used it ,than your just wasting it by giving it away!
@@ydramj3725 wow you’re story about your lunch…. It’s so true. Thank you very much for support for agriculture. The message we have received has been unbelievable it has had me in tears. Every message on here is for all the farming community everywhere.
Best of luck Richard. Hope it gets sorted very soon
Thank you for the kind words! I appreciate your support and hope for a quick resolution too.
Hey Richard. I’m sorry to hear about how this is affecting you and your family. Across the U.K. farmers have been getting shafted for a while and now it’s got to this stage…
It’s ridiculous that due to Government incompetence regular folk need to pay the price. It’s blatant theft as is all taxation. But this inheritance tax is absolutely disgusting.
Hopefully my comment helps boost your video. All the best mate.
I hope the government reverse what they have to the farmers
Let’s hope their decision-makers can hear the corn in the fields whispering for justice!
Putting more stress on the Farmers same here in Ireland these people want full control and if you control food you control the people.
I am so sorry you are having to deal with this, it's so ridiculous. I am appalled at what labour has done. Hopefully, they will see sense and reverse this.
A sure sign of ineptitude, government people unqualified automatically increase tax, if they were farmers it would not be a consideration.
Well said its hard to stomach . I remember all the pain and anguish the bse and foot and mouth crisis did to my parents and for what
completely understand your frustration. Those crises were devastating for the farming community. It's disheartening to see similar challenges arise, especially when they seem to be driven by misguided policies. We must stay strong and united.
And that was a hoax - wait till people wake up and understand the truth about that (unlikely as most don't think for themselves) then there really will be pitchforks. Same with TB - not an infectious disease caused by badgers etc (it's caused by toxic exposure which makes cows sick) but gives the government the right to control your farm and drives pharma sales also.
Morning Richard I as a retired farm worker really feel for you, these clowns in government won't be there for a full term so look after dad and hopefully you can ride this out, another thought is charge the correct amount for your milk and beef stop importing cheap goods and let us the consumer pay the correct amount again no easy solution atm but all farmers must stick together in this best of luck my friend
Thank you for your kind words and support David. It's encouraging to know that people like you understand the challenges we face. We'll continue to work hard and hopefully ride out this storm. Your advice about pricing and reducing reliance on imports is spot on. We need to work together as an industry to ensure a sustainable future for British farming. Thanks again for your support.
If your 58 and live to say 78 and save up £1miilion for your son to pay tax they’d take 20% of that leaving you only £800,000 so your’d need to save about £1.2 5mill. Over 20 years you’d be taxed on your saving out of profits (what profits?) and you’d need about £50,000 per annum to save after tax - I bet that’s a lot more than you actually make? If you live to 88 you’d “only” need about £30,000 per annum savings!
The government’s got every farmers tax returns. They can see for themselves that no one makes enough money to pay 20% inheritance tax out of profits and saving.
The government policies control low food prices so they also control the fact you can’t pay. Introducing this tax must be an ideological attack on ownership and envy as they must know farmers can’t pay so they must want you to have to sell up and don’t care.
The Prime minister and Chancellor both rent their homes out for more than most farmers earn but won’t pay much inheritance tax as it’s their main home. But they obviously like that they own property. Just not that you own yours!
Very well written. Thanks you got it spot on. The only thing missing is it affects everyone in the uk the food you eat will be very very expensive and may be even the supply destroyed. It’s frightening thinking about what’s coming. Thanks for you support
Also if you have to sell off to pay you have a disproportionate amount of value in your house buildings stock and equipment over bare land value so you’d have to sell proportionately more land thereby reducing the farm so it’s not viable - which must also be part of the plan?
My new, young local Labour MP for Rushcliffe, James Naish, just happens to mention in his prospectus that he's from a farming family and grew up on a farm. I wonder how he can look into his family's eyes? Mind you, his uncle is Alistair Campbell
It's interesting how family backgrounds can shape a politician's perspective. I hope James Naish can bridge his farming roots with his political ambitions!
@@yorkshirefarming I worked on a sheep farm in Dent, Cumbria briefly in my teens. My God what an eye opener! You have my admiration and gratitude sir and all other farmers
I can hear your sincerity, I am ashamed of what our incompetent government are doing. We the general public should back our farmer, God bless you all. 😮😮😮🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Well explained 👍🏻 people need to understand all they are trying to do is tax tax tax on everything and don’t let us make any money in our own right or to help out the next generation as farming is worlds away from there way of living in London. Keep positive my friend and all us in all aspects of farming need to stick together and push back
Great video, they do not have a clue how the family farm works, and how the knowledge transfer from generation to generation, it’s stuff that can’t be bought or taught.
Non farmer here but I have worked in the industry, I understand exactly how farms work and why this is a big issue. I hope something can be done and I will be supporting you all as much as I can. Stay strong and just see how this plays out over the next few weeks. Food security was a big thing a while back, what happened to that, we all need to eat and if the world goes even madder than it is now with trade restrictions etc or more wars then food imports could dry up, then what happens?? The UK should be able to grow enough food for itself. The last thing we need is to lose all the knowledge that all you farmers have, how crops grow in your area etc etc. This is a huge issue and should be treated as such by those in power.
I really appreciate your understanding and support. It’s people like you who can help amplify the message about the importance of food security and sustainable farming practices.
Can see your pain … hope it works out well for you!!!!
Wow this government is just scum we need to fight this all the UK COME TOGETER for farmers
This government will be gone next election, these taxes will be reversed. Stay strong in the mean time 💪🏻
What an honest vlog Richard on behalf of all our family farming community out there going through it , you have shared the the truths for all to see, send you and your family strength xx
100% support we all need to stand up and fight for our farms and our land.
We support you from Northern Ireland!!!
Hi Richard I feel so sorry for what the government as gone and don with taxing farmers they don't seem to care about business and people i hope they change it so farmers will be able to keep their farms
Look into putting your farms in trust. You can do this independently without solicitors! We support you completely. Please open more markets/stalls so we can access you directly. “NO” is a fantastic word… All the very best 🌿
Its disgusting behaviour by a government not fit for purpose.
Look after yourself and family remember you and your family's health is the most important thing in this life .
Thank you for your kind words and support. It’s a difficult time for farmers, but we'll persevere. Your concern for our well-being is appreciated. We'll continue to do our best to take care of ourselves and our families.
Richard, I'm shocked at what they've decided, so wrong I hope things change and farms are saved from this injustice.
Hi Richard, I am a farmer in a similar situation. We will have to sell land, or take on debt that the farm earning couldn't service. I think it is also worth mentioning all family businesses will also be affected whatever industry they are in. They will also have to sell their businesses, no doubt with job losses.
I am so sorry, this has upset me a lot, stay strong please. We love our farmers.😮
Hi Richard that's so sad for you all we are also includedas we live on a small family farm in northern ireland. Your whole family's work claimed by this destructive government. We will continue to support you all dear friends. God bless From sally and Mervyn
Hi Richard. Completely agree with your assessment of politicians. They are all idiots. I work in the UK Oil & Gas sector and Labour are intent on destroying that too!
Hi Richard. As a non farmer I sympathise with you babe. I have already written to
my MP about this subject. It’s criminal what they are doing yet those that don’t even pay tax at all (*bucks for instance) are laughing at us all.
They've been after the farmers for a while now, from every angle they can possibly conceive.
It definitely seems like they’ve got their sights set on the farmers! It's a tough situation for them right now.
We all support you and all farmers, whatever it takes we will be with you. Thanks for putting your views. Someone will listen!
Good luck Richard, from what I’ve seen it looks likes there’s potentially ways round it with proper planning in place but I realise it’s not always that straight forward
Thanks for the support and advice, Caroline. We’re exploring all options to navigate these challenging times. Your optimism is appreciated.
Very best of luck Richard. I am going to London tomorrow to support you !!
That is fantastic. Keep an eye out for us and come and say hello.
It has been written that famine of magnitude proportion is coming in the end times. Now we are seeing the reason why this will really happen. The farmers should be protected not harmed the way this government is stupidly doing.
Absolutely. When we are gone we’re gone. for ever
@@yorkshirefarming You are not alone. People are feeling your frustrations. Maybe organize and lead a pushback. Sometimes, a spark is needed just like what Pres Trump did.
So very sorry and for every farmer across the world - particularly the UK farmers under Keir Starmer. 😢😢 If I had the power and the means to help it is the farmers that I would help and then the homeless. You are ALWAYS in my prayers. 🙏🙏🙏
@@user-jh8uf4u666 thanking you for your support. Your comments are appreciated
Well said, sad and terrible times we are going into.
Richard I really feel for you
As you know I watch a lot of youtube farmer's, I appreciate it's a way of life, with all the challenges and restrictions thrown at farmer's, at the end of the day a manufacturing business that experiences production increases, pass those costs onto their customers, so they can maintain a profit
You guy's are basically told what you can sell your product at regardless of increases or weather conditions, hence your asset was protected from these taxes
I fear, from all the recent policies, our government, regardless of political party, it's the civil servants that decide the muppets in parliament are just puppets, having their strings pulled. My point is, with environmental policies, ignoring flooding issues, paying for rewilding or bird feed over human food, passing planning on agricultural land for solar, wind, construction of retail outlets, housing and industrial estates, I fear our government want to demolish farming in favour of imports, so they can get their hands on import taxes
God help our food security, knowing we already can't feed our population, if another Ukraine situation were to arise, another conflict, will it be too late to call on our farmer's as we did during WW1 and WW2
The thanks for generations of feeding this country is to kill agriculture
I hope NFU will actually UNITE the farmer's to fight this policy but also to explain to the populous what this all means so you get the public backing you all deserve
Geoff
Geoff, thank you for your thoughtful and insightful comment. It's disheartening to see the challenges we face as farmers, especially with the increasing regulatory burden and the lack of control over our own livelihoods.
You're absolutely right about the impact of environmental policies and the push for renewable energy. While these are important issues, we need a balanced approach that doesn't jeopardize food security. It's frustrating to see farmland being converted for other uses, while farmers are struggling to make ends meet.
We, as farmers, are often caught in a difficult position. We're expected to be stewards of the environment, provide food for the nation, and maintain a profitable business. It's a tall order, and the current policies make it even more challenging.
I hope that the NFU will continue to advocate for our interests and that the public will support us in our efforts to ensure a sustainable future for British agriculture. Thank you again for your support.