Agricultural Industries Confederation’s (AIC) summaries its cross‑sector priorities for a UK-EU Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) Agreement, bringing together asks across crop protection, animal feed, combinable crops and seeds.
Drawing on insights from the Digital Marketing World Forum (DMWF) 2026, this article highlights five practical ways organisations can cut through the noise, from using AI effectively to creating authentic, engaging content that connects with audiences.
The 2026 Scottish Parliament and Welsh Senedd elections have resulted in no party securing an outright majority in either nation, meaning both administrations will be required to work with other parties to take policies forward
Plaid Cymru became the largest party in Wales for the first time following the 2026 election, but without a majority, meaning a significant political shift alongside likely coalition negotiations and a period of adjustment for a new government with implications for agricultural policy.
The SNP remains in power following the 2026 election but without a majority, meaning continued policy stability alongside greater reliance on cross-party support and uncertainty around coalition working, Reform UK’s role, and potential implications for agricultural policy.
Nominations are open for new Members of AIC’s Future Feed Forum, offering younger professionals the chance to support AIC’s work and help shape the future of the UK animal feed industry, with applications closing on 29 May 2026.
In preparation for the launch of the Sustainable Farming Incentive 2026 (SFI26), the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) has published guidance to help farmers in England get ready to apply to the scheme when the first application window opens.
AIC has been contacted by the Canadian High Commission in the UK, with an invitation for AIC Members to attend a Global Commodities Showcase, taking place from 15-17 July 2026 in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada.