Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs written question – answered at on 13 May 2019.
Paul Farrelly
Labour, Newcastle-under-Lyme
To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what steps the Government is taking to support farmers to create a sustainable diversified farming system.
Robert Goodwill
The Minister of State, Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
The Agriculture Bill will help farmers in England to grow strong and diversified businesses producing high quality food in a more sustainable way, enhancing the environment for future generations. We will create an ambitious new system based on paying “public money for public goods”, which will include improving air and water quality, biodiversity and habitats for wildlife. Financial support for innovations like precision farming can also help farmers become more productive, reduce the use of expensive chemicals and protect the environment.
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