News and briefings

22 May 2026

AIC Key Industry Meetings Week 4 - May 2026

AIC continues its active engagement with industry and stakeholders. We share a snapshot of the key meetings scheduled for the week ahead.

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21 May 2026

Warm Retirement Wishes to Head of Crop Protection & Agronomy, Hazel Doonan

This month, AIC is saying a warm farewell to Hazel Doonan (AIC Head of Crop Protection and Agronomy), who retires on Tuesday 29 May after more than 20 years with the organisation.

Members only

21 May 2026

Climate Change Committee publishes its fourth UK Climate Change Risk Assessment report

The Climate Change Committee report sets out a comprehensive package of solutions to address the growing impacts of climate change affecting all aspects of life in the UK including agriculture and food.

20 May 2026

Defra announce a series of farming policy update events

Defra will host a series of events across the country in early to mid-June to provide farmers with the latest policy updates, including information on SFI.

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15 May 2026

Member Feedback Sought on Scope 3 Greenhouse Gas Measurement and Reporting Protocols for Food and Drink

WRAP have shared draft Version 3 of the Scope 3 Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Measurement and Reporting Protocols for Food and Drink and are seeking feedback ahead of final publication in autumn 2026.

15 May 2026

AIC Key Industry Meetings Week 3 - May 2026

AIC continues its active engagement with industry and stakeholders. We share a snapshot of the key meetings scheduled for the week ahead.

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14 May 2026

UK-EU SPS Agreement: AIC Sector Priorities and Member Resource

AIC reminds Members of its UK–EU SPS sector priorities, developed through committee input and Member feedback, with full details and updates available via the dedicated SPS area on the AIC website.

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11 May 2026

AIC Sector-Specific Asks for the UK–EU Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) Agreement

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.

11 May 2026

Blog: Five Key Takeaways from the Digital Marketing World Forum 2026 for AIC Members

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.

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07 May 2026

Defra Issues Guidance to Prepare for SFI 2026 Applications

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.

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05 May 2026

Plant Protection Product (PPP) expiry dates as at 1 May 2026

Please find attached plant protection product (PPP) expiry dates as of May 2026 as issued by the Chemicals Regulation Directorate (CRD).

Members only

05 May 2026

New Podcast Episode: AIC Sustainable Commodities Scheme (ASCS) - What It Is, Why It Matters and How It Works

In this episode, 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..