Further to last weeks news item and due to the overwhelming response to the Version 3 Base Fees, Recyclability Assessment Methodology (RAM) and Approach to Reporting webinar scheduled for Thursday 16 January, Defra have adjusted the format to better accommodate everyone.
It has been announced that AIC has been invited as the representative body for the fertiliser industry to participate with other such affected industry representatives in the Joint Industry Working Group (JIWG) on CBAM.
Reports emerged earlier this week that the Government was potentially pausing the implementation of the needed Secondary Legislation because of ongoing discussions with the EU to establish an SPS/veterinary agreement.
The Secretary of State, Steve Reed provided warm words to the sector and outlined the Governments vision for a thriving agricultural sector with food production at its heart. In between what was a genuine call for closer collaboration between industry and government, the Minister made some real announcements.
Answers to frequently asked questions on the animal feed businesses being required to comply with forthcoming deforestation, or "due diligence", regulations in the UK and EU.
AIC is seeking to hire a driven and dynamic Policy Manager for AIC Scotland to represent Member businesses and play a leading role in influencing Scottish agricultural policy.
The Environment Secretary Steve Reed MP has announced that the Government will work with industry to create a food strategy, a move that has been welcomed by AIC.
