Written Question·Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs·UIN 110184
Agriculture: Young People
Tabled: 2 February 2026
Answered: 9 February 2026
Question
Adam Jogee
Labour — Newcastle-under-Lyme
To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, if she will make an assessment of the potential merits of a national campaign showcasing the diversity and rewards of young people with careers in the agriculture industry.
Answer
Dame Angela EagleYoung people are essential to the long-term resilience of UK agriculture, and Defra works closely with industry bodies, including the National Federation of Young Farmers’ Clubs, to promote careers in the sector and to understand the challenges facing new...
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