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Written question asked by Callum Anderson (Labour) on Wednesday, 24 June 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 29 June 2026. It was answered by Stephen Morgan (Labour) on Wednesday, 1 July 2026 on behalf of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.

Food: Production

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what steps she is taking to ensure that reformed farming schemes support the resilience of domestic food production against (i) climate shocks and (ii) supply chain shocks.

Answer

This Government has committed to maintain overall food production in England by increasing farm productivity and profitability.

As set out in the Farming Roadmap, nature‑friendly farming systems can sustain or enhance production while strengthening resilience and reducing input dependency. These approaches are increasingly central to food security.

The most resilient farms are profitable precisely because they work with the environment.

The Government is backing a shift towards lower input, more sustainable farming systems. 69% of English farmland is currently managed under agri-environment schemes.

The Government will continue to ensure food security alongside producers and the markets, providing targeted support to de-risk new approaches through schemes while providing patient public investment in skills, data, technology and infrastructure.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
12942
Session
2026-27
Grouped for answer
Yes
Subjects
Climate change Food Food supply Production
Link
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