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From what we know about the new Defra Secretary Steve Reed to our exclusive interview with Red Tractor interim chair Alistair Mackintosh - these are six farming stories not to miss this week on FG

Mr Zeichner has previously served for four years as Shadow Minister for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs

Mr Reed said a Labour Government would listen, respect and work in partnership with farmers and producers, ensuring they played a valued part in decision-making

NSA president Phil Stocker said: "We want to start that stability with continuity with the shadow team that has engaged so far with industry. A change of personnel into these roles will not be welcomed"

The former Defra Secretary Dr Therese Coffey has also been honoured with a Damehood

NFU president Tom Bradshaw described the result as a 'reset moment for British agriculture'

Ms Coffey has lost the contest to Labour's Jenny Riddell-Carpenter by 1,070 votes

The ex-Prime Minister, who served 49 days in office, has lost her seat in South West Norfolk by 630 votes to Labour

The seats to watch as the results roll in

Defra says wet spring followed by early drought last year led to decreased yield as concern mounts for this year