NFU Scotland conference 2025 – UK Government keynote address

On March 13, 2025, the Minister for Rural and Island Communities delivered a keynote address at NFU Scotland's conference. The Minister acknowledged the challenges faced by Scottish farmers and crofters, including climate change, labour shortages, and access to public services, and outlined the UK Government's plans to support them through policy initiatives such as the Food Strategy and the Clean Power 2030 Action Plan.