NFU president Tom Bradshaw said it was good to hear from the Defra Secretary that food security, the environment and flood management are all focus areas
Mr Zeichner has previously served for four years as Shadow Minister for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
Supporting farmers to boost Britain's food security is one of five key priorities for the new Defra Secretary Steve Reed
Ed Barker, head of policy and external affairs at the Agricultural Industries Confederation, has reflected on some of the issues the new Labour Government needs to address in the agricultural sector
After eight previous failed attempts to become an MP, Mr Farage had finally managed to gain election in the seat of Clacton with a majority of 8,405 votes
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"
Famers put faith in Sir Keir Starmer's pledges on procurement although concerns about tax rises remain
NFU president Tom Bradshaw described the result as a 'reset moment for British agriculture'
The ex-Prime Minister, who served 49 days in office, has lost her seat in South West Norfolk by 630 votes to Labour
Labour party has pledged to champion British farming whilst protecting the environment