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Tom Bradshaw uses opening address to challenge government to recognise the importance of farming as a 'cornerstone of national security'

The second of two LAMMA panel discussions, turning the spotlight onto the human decisions that safeguard long-term profitability.

Chaired by Farmers Guardian deputy editor Alex Black, the first webinar in the Future of Farming series brought together Rebecca Wilson North Yorkshire farmer, and Ben Makowiecki, agriculture sustainability director at Lloyds Banking Group, to explore what farming for profit really means at a time when margins are under sustained pressure.

The lay of the land

Agricultural products and services supplier Wynnstay Group is confident the business can move forward and grow over the next five years, according to chief executive Alk Brand

This week from Farmers Guardian readers: Simon Britton, chair of the Society of Agriculture, discusses the need for farming to strengthen professional standards, leadership and independent expertise to support better decision-making and long-term resilience, alongside traditional industry representation

This week's opinion from throughout the world of agriculture: Joshua Hoopes, chief executive of Fevara

Watch the recording of our Farming for Profit webinar

Agricultural experts urge Gov to adopt clear, long-term strategy for agriculture that will boost health and wealth of the nation

With customers wanting to know more about where their food comes from, pasture-based farming creates a market for produce with high animal welfare standards and environmental benefits