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Half of UK farmers consider quitting due to financial strain, policy uncertainty, and poor mental health, with 74% pessimistic about farming’s future.
A new McCain Foods survey of UK farmers reveals that half are considering leaving the industry due to financial strain, policy uncertainty, and poor mental health, with 74% pessimistic about farming’s future.
Only 4% believe current government support is sufficient, while 36% work over 70 hours weekly.
Despite low profits—33% made no profit last year—many farmers are adopting sustainable practices and exploring tech and renewable energy, though high costs and complex rules hinder progress.
Industry leaders urge long-term policy, fair trade, and support for regenerative agriculture to secure family farms and food security.
La mitad de los agricultores del Reino Unido consideran dejar de cultivar debido a la tensión financiera, la incertidumbre política y la mala salud mental, y el 74% se muestra pesimista sobre el futuro de la agricultura.