The NFU is renewing its call for government backed, interest-free loans to help farmers following a message from the UK Fertiliser Farming Stakeholder Group about fertiliser supplies ahead of the upcoming growing season. NFU Deputy President Paul Tompkins said: “The Middle East conflict followed by one of the worst droughts on record, has led to a terrible combination of high production costs and low yield, meaning many farmers will be struggling to break even, let alone make a profit. “We are facing an immediate crisis in cashflow and confidence. That’s why we’re calling for a government backed, interest-free loan, linked…