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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.

In this episode of The AIC Podcast, Sue Whittington, AIC Technical Manager, and James McCulloch, AIC Head of Animal Feed, to take a closer look at the ⁠AIC Sustainable Commodities Scheme⁠ (ASCS) and what it means for the UK feed supply chain.

To mark the International Day of Plant Health (IDPH), the International Seed Federation (ISF) will host a Seed Talk webinar on 12 May 2026, exploring how innovation can support healthier plants and more resilient agricultural systems.

The AIC Dinner & Conference returns to Peterborough on 10–11 November 2026, bringing together the UK agricultural supply chain for AIC’s flagship annual event. Ticket booking will open soon.

Find answers to frequently asked questions on how recent developments relating to the Iran conflict could affect UK agricultural supply chains.

The House of Commons Environmental Audit Committee has concluded its inquiry into the risks posed by perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).

AIC’s team are constantly engaging with industry and stakeholders, the following list highlights this coming week’s key meetings.

FEFAC publishes its Feed and Food Report 2025. This report covers key data from 2024 on compound feed production, feed material usage, industry turnover, and meat production and consumption statistics.

The AIC Future Forum will be attending the National Apprenticeship & Education Event (South West) in Bristol on Monday 27 April.

On Tuesday 21 April, Jo Gilbertson, Head of Fertiliser at AIC, gave oral evidence to the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (EFRA) Committee as part of its inquiry into fairness in the food supply chain.

On Tuesday 21 April, AIC Head of Fertiliser Jo Gilbertson will give oral evidence to the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (EFRA) Committee.

Members and stakeholders can catch up on a webinar introducing AIC's Sustainable Commodities Scheme (ASCS) .

The European Commission announced on 7 April, for the first time, the price of Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) certificates.

AIC’s team are constantly engaging with industry and stakeholders, the following list highlights this coming week’s key meetings.