Nigel Farage’s Farming Adviser Calls for Wheat Prices to Double

Clive Bailye, an arable farmer and newly appointed farming adviser for Reform UK, has proposed a significant increase in wheat prices, suggesting they should double. This recommendation is part of a broader strategy involving trade policy aimed at supporting UK farmers. However, critics have raised concerns that such a move could exacerbate the ongoing cost-of-living crisis by increasing food prices for consumers.

Bailye, who is also known for his role in organizing protests against the Labour government's inheritance tax on farmed land, operates The Farming Forum, a social network for farmers. His appointment by Nigel Farage has drawn attention, particularly as the UK grapples with economic challenges and rising food costs.

The call for higher wheat prices comes amid a backdrop of inflation and economic strain affecting many households across the UK. Critics argue that the proposed trade policy could lead to further financial burdens on consumers already facing increased living expenses.

As the debate unfolds, the implications of Bailye's recommendations for both the agricultural sector and consumers remain to be seen.

Source: www.theguardian.com – https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2026/mar/29/nigel-farage-farming-adviser-calls-for-hike-in-wheat-prices-reform-uk