News and briefings

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has raised concerns about risks to children and older workers on farms, while the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) is calling for stronger action to improve occupational safety and health across the industry

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

PackUK has set a 1 September 2026 deadline for producers to correct any errors and resubmit their 2025 packaging data. This applies to businesses that pay Extended Producer Responsibility (pEPR) fees for packaging.

This week has been a busy one for the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra), with a series of announcements on agricultural support, culminating in Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, Emma Reynolds MP unveiling funding for farmer collaboration and farmer welfare at the Great Yorkshire Show.

The Agricultural Industries Confederation (AIC) has launched a new WhatsApp Channel, providing Members and followers with an additional way to receive selected key updates alongside existing communications.

AIC will be attending the Royal Welsh Show from 20-23 July, engaging with businesses across the agri-supply industry, policymakers and stakeholders from across Wales.