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Andy Burnham to announce £65m for drought-hit farmers

Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleFarmers across England are set to receive £65 million in government aid to help deal with severe drought conditions that have pushed many businesses to the breaking point. Prime Minister Andy Burnham will also unveil a £15 million fund for on-farm reservoirs to improve water security during future dry summers. Country Land and Business Association president Gavin Lane welcomed the announcement but described it as a temporary fix, warning the UK lacks a plan for climate change adaptation. Extreme heat and drought have led to early harvests with significantly reduced yields, heat stress in livestock and warnings of potential fruit, potato and dairy shortages. Agricultural workers are also struggling with escalating fuel and fertiliser costs, alongside difficulties accessing the government's Sustainable Farming Incentive scheme. In fullFarmers to get £65m drought aid as Burnham warned industry at ‘breaking point’More bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

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