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Family to walk 100 miles for farmer who took his own life

Borders farmer Neil Stewart died in June 2024. His wife, children and friends will raise money to support mental health in farming and the work of RSABI in his memory

Chris Brayford
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Border farmer Neil Stewart pictured on-farm. Carol McLaren, chief executive of RSABI, said: "Sadly, suicide remains a significant concern in the farming community, and it is vital that people know they are never alone and that support and help is available."
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Border farmer Neil Stewart pictured on-farm. Carol McLaren, chief executive of RSABI, said: "Sadly, suicide remains a significant concern in the farming community, and it is vital that people know they are never alone and that support and help is available."

A Scottish farming family will undertake an emotional long-distance walk to remember a father and husband who took his own life. Borders farmer Neil Stewart died in June 2024 at the age of 60. His...

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