The Country Land and Business Association has issued a statement in response to the Conservatives commitment to farming in their manifesto.

The Conservatives stated that if they form the next Government, they will guarantee the same cash total in funds for farm support until the end of the parliament.

Ross Murray, CLA president, said: "This is much welcomed reassurance from the Conservatives that if they are returned to power they will provide farmers and rural businesses with the certainty they need to plan for the future as the UK exits the European Union.

"Guaranteeing the budget until 2022 will ensure farmers can continue to both provide home grown food and support the environment.

"Should Mrs May be returned to Government on June 8 we look forward to working with her Government to deliver a new Food, Farming & Environmental Policy that delivers for the countryside.”