South East Farmer Magazine

06 March, 2026

DEFRA announces a £345m package to boost farm productivity and launches the 2026 SFI with simpler actions and clearer funding. Features include gleaning at Greenway Fruit Farm, pressures on the shearing workforce, Goodtrees Farm’s contract butchery model, and Plumpton College’s centenary with major investments in agrifood, veterinary and wine education.