Farmers facing rising fertiliser costs due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East have been called by the government to share their views in a new survey.
Defra has opened a short survey to give farmers the opportunity to share how they have been impacted by the increase in fertiliser prices and if they are changing their farming practices as a result.
Responses can be submitted before 11.59pm on 15 April.
“We recognise farmers are facing uncertainty and we are working closely with the sector as the conflict in the Middle East affects fertiliser prices,” said farming minister Angela Eagle. “Supply remains stable and we have a range of tools to help farmers use fertiliser more efficiently.
“But it’s vital we hear directly from farmers about how they are being affected and I encourage them to complete our short survey.”
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Eagle said the responses would give Defra a “first-hand picture of the pressures on the ground”.
“We stand ready to act to support British farming and food security,” she added.
It follows the decision for AHDB to report more frequently on fertiliser and red diesel supply and use across agricultural sectors.
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