Britain’s farmland natural capital valued at £237bn

Britain’s enclosed farmland provides natural services valued at £237 billion but the wildlife and habitats supporting that wealth remain under severe pressure.The Office for National Statistics has put a long-term value on the food, renewable electricity, pollution removal, climate regulation and recreation provided by agricultural land.Its latest natural capital accounts estimate those services delivered £5.9 billion of value during 2023, including £5.3 billion from liv