Ed Barker, AIC Head of Policy, gave evidence to Holyrood's Rural Affairs Committee on the Rural Support Plan, alongside other rural and environmental organisations, as part of the Committee's inquiry that will conclude with a report expected in October.
The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) has published an interim response following its consultation and call for evidence on the proposed UK Fertilising Products Regulation (UK FPR), which closed on 10 June 2026.
Dairy UK has announced a new expectation that, from 30 December 2026, all feed supplied into the UK dairy supply chain should meet recognised deforestation-free requirements for key forest-risk commodities.
AIC has updated its Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) resource on the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) to reflect the latest guidance and developments affecting agri-supply businesses.
Answers to frequently asked questions on the animal feed businesses being required to comply with forthcoming deforestation, or "due diligence", regulations in the UK and EU.