Farmers urged to be vigilant against fuel thefts following shortages

Rural insurer NFU Mutual has issued some security advice to help farmers protect their fuel in case of prolonged shortages.

Hannah Binns
News Reporter
clock • 1 min read
Farmers urged to be vigilant against fuel thefts following shortages

Vehicles and machinery Use locking caps. Keep tractors and powered machinery locked up and out of sight from public roads and footpaths when not in use to prevent thieves draining their fuel tanks....

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