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War in Iran: MPs told continued shocks will further undermine farm confidence

Instability stifling investment as no sign of end to conflict in Middle East

Jane Thynne
Head of News and Business
clock • 2 min read
MPs have been warned further geopolitical instability will lead to another fall in farmer confidence
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MPs have been warned further geopolitical instability will lead to another fall in farmer confidence

Continued global uncertainty is fuelling a lack of confidence in agriculture and will further undermine farmers' ability to invest, MPs were warned this week. Examining the war in Iran and outcomes...

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