Farming matters: David Webster – "Open Farm Sunday is the sector's opportunity to articulate the value of agriculture to a wider audience"

This week's opinion from throughout the world of agriculture: David Webster, chief executive of Leaf

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As Open Farm Sunday celebrates its 20th anniversary this year on June 7, the event's future-facing purpose is arguably more important than ever before in driving meaningful connections between farming,...

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