QNR – in the Senedd on 23 June 2021.
I published an agriculture White Paper last December setting out my proposals for an agriculture (Wales) Bill. The First Minister will make an announcement on the legislative programme before the summer recess.
As EU rural development programme funding ends, we are considering the future of Glastir in the context of new replacement domestic funds and the transition to our proposed sustainable farming scheme.
The Welsh Government is committed to supporting all businesses in Wales. Business Wales and Farming Connect supports farm businesses to become more efficient, profitable and resilient. Support is tailored according to customer need and the different regions of Wales, dependant on requirements.
Animal health and welfare is a priority for the Welsh Government and the Wales animal health and welfare framework Group. The Wales animal health and welfare framework, launched in 2014, sets out our 10-year overarching plan for making improvements in standards of animal health and welfare.