The LEAF marque has been recognised in DEFRA's recently released plans for new standards of food procurement across all government departments and agencies.

The marque is cited as a solution within the new standards as one of the ways government can meet its new sustainability targets.

LEAF’s commercial manager, Jeremy Boxall said, “In setting these standards, the government are sending out a clear message about their commitment to sustainable food production.

"LEAF marque delivers food produced to high standards of environmental care by farmers committed to improving the long-term environmental health of their businesses - including biodiversity, energy and water use. We are hugely encouraged by the government’s recognition of the LEAF marque and hope their lead will encourage other sectors to make similar recommendations.”