Farming Matters: Rhun Ap Iorwerth - "There is an extractive element to food production in Wales"

‘No Farmers No Food’ is as much a harsh reality as it is a powerful rallying cry says Plaid Cymru leader

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Plaid Cymru Leader Rhun ap Iorwerth MS:
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Plaid Cymru Leader Rhun ap Iorwerth MS:

It is difficult to recall a more challenging time for the agricultural sector. The hammer blow dealt by Brexit and the broken Tory promise of ‘not a penny less' means our farmers are now lumbered with...

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