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Politics, pesticides & precision breeding: In conversation with George Eustice
In a discussion with BOFIN managing director Tom Allen-Stevens hear George Eustice’s views on the legislation that has challenged and shaped farming including the ban on neonicitinoids and metaldehyde, and why he believes the rules around biopesticides should be changed. They will also explore the background to the Genetic Technologies Act (2023), why it was prioritised and what government hoped it would enable.
Tom will also raise questions on the Farming Innovation Programme which Mr Eustice put in motion, and his thoughts on the ADOPT programme and how farmers can benefit from the new scheme. Participants will have the opportunity to put forward their own questions on policy, innovation, and the future of farming.