JFU PRESIDENT DELIVERS UPBEAT CONFERENCE SPEECH
“Jersey farming has a future worth investing in, not simply because of what it has meant to our island, but because of what it can contribute next,” an upbeat Dougie Richardson told this year’s Jersey Farming Conference. The president of the Jersey Farmers Union delivered his speech to members of the farming community, government ministers, […]
“FARM VEG IS CHEAPER AND TASTIER – SO BUY LOCAL”
Buying fruit and veg direct from farms is cheaper than getting it at the supermarket – and it tastes better, the Minister for Environment, Agriculture and Fisheries said as she urged Islanders to support local growers. “People say it’s not affordable,” said Senator Le Hegarat. “I disagree. I have and do buy local produce from […]
COUNTRYSIDE WILL BE PROTECTED, SAYS MINISTER
Regulation changes will not see the eradication of planning measures to protect the countryside, Minister for Environment, Agriculture and Fisheries told this year’s Jersey Farming Conference. Senator Mary Le Hegarat made the comment in response to a question about possible amendments that have been mooted by Minister for Planning and Regulation Senator Mark Boleat. He […]