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Farming Fights Heat: Night Harvests Amid Wildfire Fears
18 Jul
Summary
- Farmers are harvesting crops at night to escape extreme heat.
- Wildfires are a significant concern across the country.
- Agricultural policy focuses on rewarding environmental actions.
Wildfire risks are escalating nationwide, forcing farmers to adapt by harvesting crops during cooler nighttime hours. This report highlights the Great Yorkshire Show, part of a summer roadtrip examining agricultural policy. Similar events have already occurred in Northern Ireland and Scotland, with the Royal Welsh show next on the itinerary.
The core focus of these events is the development of post-Brexit agricultural policies. Each of the UK's four nations is forging its own path, but a common trend is emerging: rewarding farmers for taking environmental actions. Discussions at these shows are probing whether England's budget for the Sustainable Farming Incentive is sufficient to support farmers' environmental ambitions.
