Why Does Farming Matter?

:: Farmers manage and preserve Britain's unique landscape - find out how here
:: British agriculture and horticulture underpin £90 billion to Britain's economy - find out what produce UK farmers are responsible for

 

 

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:: British farmers contribute over £400 million of unpaid work, maintaining our beautiful countryside, over and above their involvement in formal agri-environment schemes.

:: Each year two-thirds of the British population take at least one visit to the countryside.

:: Food and drink is considered as one of the main factors defining regional identity.

:: Farming is vital in the battle against global warming. Every 100 hectares of crops soaks up between 30 and 60 tonnes of carbon a year.

:: In some rural areas, agriculture and horticulture provide up to 50% of employment.

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