FW Podcast Ep 205: From Transition Live – Defra promises support
Defra secretary Steve Barclay at Transition Live 2024 © Phil Weedon
In this episode, Defra secretary Steve Barclay promises more support for farmers following a challenging wet winter and spring.
Mr Barclay made the pledge in a keynote speech at the Farmers Weekly Transition Live event in Cambridgeshire on Thursday, 9 May 2024.
This episode of the Farmers Weeky Podcast was recorded on location at the event – held at Cambridge University’s Park Farm, Madingley.
See also: Transition Live: Taking the risk out of farming
More than 400 visitors attended Transition Live, aimed at helping secure a profitable and sustainable future for farm businesses.
Co-hosted by Johann Tasker and Farmers Weekly arable correspondent Louise Impey, with additional reporting by Abi Kay and Charlie Reeve.
You can contact the Farmers Weekly Podcast by emailing podcast@fwi.co.uk. In the UK, you can also text the word FARM followed by your message to 88 44 0.
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