03/01/2012
Government advisors say farmers should be paid public money to improve animal welfare. And, after the food price rises of 2011, what are the prospects for shopping bills in 2012?
Government advisors, the Farm Animal Welfare Committee, say that farmers should be paid public money as a reward for improving animals' quality of life. Professor Christopher Wathes explains why he wants to see a welfare stewardship scheme. As the Farming Today cow nears six years old, the average lifespan of the UK dairy cow, we discuss the longevity and welfare of Holstein Friesians, the breed which dominates milk production. Plus, Edward Garner from market analysts Kantar Worldpanel looks at the prospects for food prices in 2012.
Presenter: Anna Hill
Producer: Sarah Swadling.
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