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Recommendation 19

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Disparity in production standards threatens competitiveness of Welsh farming

Conclusion
We are concerned about the perceived disparity in production standards and the levels of financial support received by farmers in countries that the UK Government is negotiating trade agreements with. We are also concerned that lower-cost imports produced to less stringent standards could enter the UK market at prices below the cost of domestic production in Wales, potentially undermining the competitiveness and long-term viability of Welsh farming. (Conclusion, Paragraph 96)
Government Response

A response document is linked to this report, dated 30 January 2026. Response attribution to this conclusion has not been verified. Read the response document ↗