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Positive perceptions of farming remain strong after Brexit vote

Chloe RyanBy Chloe RyanAugust 16, 20172 Mins Read
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An overwhelming majority of the public are actively supporting the farming sector according to the 2017 results of the Farmer Favourability survey released today by the NFU.
In the first of these annual surveys since the UK’s vote to leave the EU, the NFU has said the findings powerfully demonstrate the public’s strong recognition of British farming’s contribution to the country.  
  
·         68% of people have a favourable or very favourable view of British farming
·         90% think farming is important to the UK economy
·         89% think it is important to have a productive farming industry
The role farming plays in proving safe, traceable food through supply chains independently audited by assurance scheme like Red Tractor has also been recognised by the public.
·         64% trust British food more than the rest of the world
·         66% often or always specifically look for British food when shopping
Government support post-Brexit for the sector is also something the public feels strongly about.
·         68% of the public feel that farmers should receive support to both produce food and look after the environment in equal measure;
.         preserving the countryside (82% agree);
.         ensuring reasonable food prices  (81% agree).
·         Around three quarters of people agree that farmers should receive assistance towards:
.         protecting the environment and for dealing with climate change  (75%);
.         for investing in farm businesses for future generations (73%);
.         and ensuring a fair standard of living for farmers (73%).
NFU President Meurig Raymond said: “The results of this survey will make for welcome news for the farming sector. It’s clear the public recognise the strategic importance of farming in feeding the country, looking after the countryside and contributing to the economy.
“Public support is vital to the British farming industry. It sends a strong message to the MPs and decision-makers who have a huge opportunity during Brexit negotiations to create a political environment where farming can really thrive. This support will be instrumental for the British farming sector in the coming months and years ahead.”
 
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Chloe Ryan

Editor of Poultry Business, Chloe has spent the past decade writing about the food industry from farming, through manufacturing, retail and foodservice. When not working, dog walking and reading biographies are her favourite hobbies.

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