EU member states approve historic Mercosur trade deal with Latin America, ending 25 years of talks. The agreement triggers immediate protests from farmers across Europe over fears for local agriculture.
The US House has passed a bill to revive Affordable Care Act tax credits. Seventeen Republicans joined Democrats in a move that could impact healthcare costs and the midterm elections. Read the full story.
Thousands of French farmers converged on Paris to protest the EU-Mercosur trade agreement, citing threats to their livelihoods and unfair competition. See the full report.
Environment Secretary Emma Reynolds announces smaller farms will get first access to the Sustainable Farming Incentive in June. Learn about the new application window and the scheme's limited budget.
China's BYD has dethroned Tesla as the world's biggest electric car seller in 2025, a symbolic shift in the global auto industry. Discover the figures and the political factors behind Tesla's slump.
China has announced a 55% tariff on Australian beef imports exceeding quotas, a move that has angered producers and threatens a major trade relationship. Explore the details and implications.
Ministers announce U-turn raising inheritance tax threshold for farmers to £2.5m just before Christmas, dodging scrutiny, says Victoria Atkins. Explore the policy reversal details.
Sir Keir Starmer's government announces a major climbdown, raising the inheritance tax relief for family farms from £1m to £2.5m. The move follows fierce NFU protests and a Tory campaign against the 'family farms tax'.
Ministers increase the inheritance tax threshold for agricultural assets from £1m to £2.5m following fierce backlash from farmers and rural MPs. The move aims to protect family farms from being broken up.
The Labour government raises the inheritance tax relief threshold to £2.5m following a year of protests from rural communities. Find out how the policy changed.
NSW Farmers accuse the Minns government of rushing unworkable firearms reforms, misleading farmers and failing to consult. Read their full critique.
Shocking video shows a Belgian police officer kicking a demonstrator at a farmers' protest in Brussels. Calls for investigation grow as tensions over agricultural policy rise.
Four Republican rebels have sided with Democrats to force a House vote on extending Obamacare subsidies, a major setback for Speaker Mike Johnson. Read the full story on the US healthcare policy clash.
Young farmers in New Zealand face impossible barriers to land ownership despite feeding the nation. Discover the human stories behind the statistics and what's being done.
British taxpayers are subsidising rising specialist fees as Medicare-style gaps emerge in NHS funding. Discover how healthcare costs are shifting to patients.
British energy bill payers will fund £2bn annually to EDF for Hinkley Point C and Sizewell C nuclear plants. Discover how Contracts for Difference impact your bills.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves eases agricultural inheritance tax rules following tractor protests. New measures could save farmers £30m next year. Read the full budget analysis.
Australian inflation rises to 3.8%, prompting Treasurer Jim Chalmers to consider extending electricity bill relief. Discover the latest economic pressures and government response.
Black soldier fly larvae transform food waste into valuable protein and fertiliser. Discover how this innovative solution is gaining traction in sustainable agriculture.
Drax power plant accused of burning ancient Canadian trees while receiving billions in UK green subsidies. Experts reveal the true environmental cost of biomass energy.
Government accused of burying farming review revealing inheritance tax concerns. Key report with 57 recommendations delayed until after Autumn Budget. Read the full story.
Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer faces internal revolt after ending the longest US government shutdown without securing Obamacare subsidies. Discover the political fallout.
US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order removing tariffs on Australian beef and other food imports. Australian officials welcome the decision, calling previous duties 'unjustified'.
Government plans to scale back heat pump and insulation subsidies could leave households facing permanently expensive energy bills, undermining long-term cost savings.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves plans to restrict heat pump subsidies to benefit claimants only, aiming to lower energy bills amid cost of living concerns driving voters to Reform UK.
Czech PM-elect Andrej Babiš refuses to sell his Agrofert empire amid conflict of interest concerns. Discover how this impacts his path to power and EU relations.
The longest US government shutdown in history concludes after House narrowly passes funding bill, but excludes Democratic healthcare demands. Federal operations resume through January.
The US House prepares to vote on legislation ending the longest government shutdown in history, as Democrats protest over healthcare subsidies. Follow live updates.
Stefany Shaheen faces backlash after criticising bipartisan deal to end US government shutdown that her mother, Senator Jeanne Shaheen, helped approve. Read the full story.
The Drax power station in North Yorkshire maintains its lucrative £1m-per-day subsidy stream from burning wood pellets, sparking fresh environmental concerns and calls for policy reform.