Young Farmer Focus - Harry Parsons: "For anyone thinking of studying at Harper Adams University, I would say go for it"

Harry Parsons, 22, is a rural business adviser at SRH Agribusiness. He is from Laxey on the Isle of Man.

Chris Brayford
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Harry Parsons says he loved his time at Harper Adams University and will 'miss the place'.
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Harry Parsons says he loved his time at Harper Adams University and will 'miss the place'.

I come from a beef and sheep farming family. My dad runs the business alongside his role as the president of the Manx NFU on the Isle of Man. Studies I have just completed a degree in agriculture...

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