This hard-Brexit cabinet could spell doom for British farmers | Julian Baggini

Theresa Villiers' arrival at Defra is a sign the UK is on course to open its borders to the worst horrors of industrial farmingAs Boris Johnson takes the spotlight in the umpteenth act of the tragicomic farce that is Brexit, one its most important plot lines remains dangerously offstage. None of the protagonists have articulated a compelling narrative about how we are going to feed ourselves in the future. Unnoticed, however, Johnson's reshuffle has manoeuvred those with the most destructive, pernicious vision into the strongest positions. Should they make their move, it could soon be checkmate for British agriculture. Related: Boris Johnson: new PM takes his revenge and sacks over half the cabinet Continue reading...