The UK sheep sector needs an EU trade deal to retain its stellar export and green record

The UK is the world’s third largest exporter of sheep meat and provides a range of environmental benefits, but in order to retain this stellar record, we need a trade deal with the EU, says NSA chief executive Phil Stocker.

12 June 2020 • 4 min read

The UK sheep sector needs an EU trade deal to retain its stellar export and green record

The UK is the world's third largest exporter of sheep meat and provides a range of environmental benefits, but in order to retain this stellar record, we need a trade deal with the EU, says NSA chief executive...

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