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Written question asked by Lord Harlech (Conservative) on Monday, 20 July 2026, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 3 August 2026. It was answered by Baroness Hayman of Ullock (Labour) on Thursday, 23 July 2026 on behalf of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.


Livestock: Carbon Emissions

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government whether their plans for achieving net zero emissions include introducing targets to reduce livestock herd sizes.

Answer

This Government has no plans to introduce targets to reduce livestock herd sizes as part of its approach to achieving net zero. The department’s focus is on supporting farmers to reduce emissions while maintaining a thriving and productive agricultural sector.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL2327
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Livestock Carbon emissions
Link
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