English farmland could be cut by 9% to hit green targets
February 1, 2025 | BBC News |
To meet its 2050 net-zero and biodiversity targets, the UK government plans to repurpose 9% of England’s farmland into woodland and wildlife habitats. Launched by Environment Secretary Steve Reed, the land use consultation outlines that nearly 1.6 million hectares must shift to environmental uses, while productivity gains on remaining land aim to maintain food output. The proposal is part of a long-delayed Land Use Framework to balance food security, nature restoration, infrastructure, and climate goals. While welcomed by some, critics argue the plan could burden farmers. Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) maintains that data-driven planning can align climate, nature, and development without compromising agriculture.
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February 1, 2025 | BBC News | To meet its 2050 net-zero and biodiversity targets, the UK government plans to repurpose 9% of England’s farmland into woodland and wildlife habitats. Launched by Environ
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