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National Farmers' Union unveils vision for net zero emissions by 2040

Michael Holder

Michael Holder

10 September 2019 • 4 min read

Farming trade body sets out aims for habitat restoration, energy crops, meat productivity and government policy support

The National Farmers' Union has today unveiled its plan to deliver its pledge of net zero emissions across the sector by 2040. The 12-page blueprint sees farmers capturing more carbon through soil and...

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