Farming Road Map and Profitability Review Debate
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Matt Rodda
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Farming Road Map and Profitability Review
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Matt Rodda (Reading Central) (Lab)
Will the Secretary of State provide more detail on the innovation fund, particularly on how it will support increased profitability while, at the same time, driving reductions in the emission of carbon dioxide, methane and other dangerous, climate-damaging gases?
Emma Reynolds
We have announced additional funding for the farming innovation programme, bringing total innovation funding to £123 million. This is to back practical technology, including robotics, soil health and water management. It is about the shift to sustainable farming practices.