Agriculture and Rural Economies Bill
Legislation to support Scotland’s rural economy and communities has passed Stage 1 in Parliament.
MSPs voted in favour of the principles behind reforms to how the Scottish Government supports farming and food production in the Agriculture and Rural Communities Bill.
The Bill aims to help farmers and crofters to produce more of what we eat more sustainably, support their essential role in climate mitigation, and nature restoration. It will also create a framework of payments that is responsive to the sector’s needs and incentivises low carbon approaches.
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Published on: 28 March, 2024