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Farming leaders look forward to a happier new year

Defra Secretary of State Steve Barclay pledges to make farmers' lives easier

Jane Thynne
Head of News and Business
clock • 5 min read
NFU president Minette Batters with former Defra Secretary Therese Coffey
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NFU president Minette Batters with former Defra Secretary Therese Coffey

Following another year of volatility that has touched all aspects of farming from politics to the weather - farming leaders have shared their hopes for a more peaceful and sustainable New Year. After...

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