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Tractor Blockade Brings London to a Halt

Thousands of British farmers rolled into London this week in one of the largest agricultural protests the UK has seen in years, blocking major roads with tractors and demanding urgent government action on soaring costs, cheap imports, and policies they say threaten the future of domestic farming.

The convoy — some driving for hours from rural Wales, Scotland, and northern England — converged around Westminster, where farmers sounded horns, raised placards, and delivered a simple message: British farming is at breaking point.

At the heart of the protest is a squeeze on profitability. Fuel, fertiliser, feed, and insurance costs have surged over the past three years, while supermarket contracts have kept farm-gate prices low, leaving many producers unable to cover rising expenses. Farmers argue the government has not adjusted support programs fast enough to reflect the new cost reality.

Tensions have been further inflamed by the UK’s post-Brexit trade deals, which allow cheaper foreign produce to enter the market. British farmers say they are being undercut by imports produced with lower environmental and welfare standards — making it impossible to compete on price while maintaining UK-level compliance.

Another major flashpoint is the shift to new environmental land-use schemes. While designed to promote sustainability, many farmers say the transition has been poorly executed, reducing productive land and adding paperwork without delivering promised financial stability.

Authorities maintained a heavy police presence but reported the protests remained largely peaceful. Government ministers have acknowledged the “serious concerns” and agreed to meet industry leaders in the coming days. For farmers who descended on the capital, the message is clear: without swift policy change, the UK risks losing its ability to feed itself — and rural communities fear they may not survive another season. Watch Clip

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