Radical plans aimed at making Edinburgh Scotland's greenest city have been unveiled - including a ban on some city road users.

Another option being looked at includes the setting up of so-called "freight hubs" outside the city for lorries.

A ban on regular vehicles that fail to meet emission targets and a review of how deliveries are made to homes and businesses are also being considered.

The proposals were put forward as part of the forthcoming Low Emissions Zone.

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Labour MSP David Stewart asks whether the Scottish government will bring forward a Clean Air Bill.

Tory MSP Oliver Mundell wonders what support is available to farmers to prevent river bank erosion.

Scottish Green Party co-convener Patrick Harvie argues if Glasgow City Council continues with its plans for Byres Road without mitigation plans it would be a missed opportunity.

Mr Yousaf praises the SNP leadership of Glasgow City Council.

Transport Minister Humza Yousaf points to efforts to roll out the low emission zone.

He also refers to work on encouraging freight to move from road to rail and uptake of electric vehicles.

Mr Sarwar asks about support for active travel and public transport.

Mr Yousaf agrees investment in public transport is vital and also highlights money going into the South City Way.

Plans for Scotland's first low emissions zone will not ban any single class of vehicle in its first four years of operation.

Draft plans published by Glasgow City Council reveal that only the most polluting buses will be targeted.

And it will be 2022 before they are prevented from entering the low emissions zone.

Critics have protested against the plans, stating they have "no ambition".

The council said it wanted to ensure the low emission zone was introduced at "a robust yet realistic pace" that would bring air quality improvements "without having a detrimental impact on transport".

Labour MSP Anas Sarwar asks about meeting carbon emissions targets and lowering air pollution in Glasgow.

Mr Ewing says the rollout has passed its 90% fibre coverage target.

The minister claims new investment will increase the coverage.

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Edinburgh and Stirling are to be next cities for installation of ultrafast broadband cabling into customers' homes and businesses.

CityFibre announced the Scottish cities will follow Aberdeen in getting one gigabit per second potential speeds, along with Coventry and Huddersfield.

Those already set for the roll-out - in a tie-up with Vodafone - are Aberdeen, Peterborough and Milton Keynes.

CityFibre said it aimed to make digital inadequacy "a thing of the past".

The move means that the existing networks across Edinburgh and Stirling, linking up public offices, schools and hospitals, will now have additional cabling into homes.

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SNP MSP George Adam asks what progress the government is making with the roll-out of fibre broadband, including ensuring that all new build homes have access.

Mr Ewing points to £100m in direct investment across a range of areas.

Ms McAlpine asks when Connect Local, external will hold a workshop in the region.

The cabinet secretary agrees to write to the member with details.

Tory MSP Oliver Mundell notes a forthcoming announcement about Young's in Annan and asks about support for employees.

Business Minister Paul Wheelhouse is leading on the matter, says Mr Ewing, and the Scottish government is determined to get the best outcome.

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The food and drink sector in south west Scotland has been described as an "engine" of the local economy.

It is reckoned to employ nearly 14,000 people in Dumfries and Galloway with an annual turnover of £1.29bn.

In line with the national strategy Ambition 2030 it is now hoped to double that value over the next 12 years.

But what does the area think it has to offer that might allow it to see such a huge expansion and help boost tourism and the wider economy?

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SNP MSP Joan McAlpine asks the Scottish government what support it is giving to the food and drink industry in South Scotland.

Tory MSP John Scott also asks for the Scottish government timetable to outline its agricultural plans.

As soon as the UK government says what the funding will be then we'll have a plan, Mr Ewing says.

Fergus Ewing cites numerous studies showing that failure to replicate the current conditions within the EU will mean farming will be negatively impacted by Brexit.

Mr Beattie asks for an update on the view on convergence funding.

The rural economy secretary points out that Michael Gove only got around to implementing the pledge last November.

Mr Ewing now says matters lie with the Treasury.

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This has led the minister to tell Mr Gove "this is a very serious matter indeed" and he calls on the UK minister to implement his pledge without delay.

Labour MSP Colin Smyth calls for detail on the Scottish government's vison for post-Brexit farming.

Mr Ewing does not accept the premise of the question, again citing the lack of information from the UK government.

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The EU agriculture commissioner has warned Scottish farmers to expect trade barriers after Brexit.

During a visit to Edinburgh, Phil Hogan said "things are going to be very different" after the UK leaves the EU.

He stressed that it will not be possible to keep existing free trade arrangements while leaving the European single market and customs union.

UK ministers say a free trade deal is possible, highlighting the importance of UK-EU trade for both sides.

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SNP MSP Colin Beattie asks what assessment the government has made of the impact on farming of Brexit.