Farming matters: Abi Reader - 'I find it difficult not to feel bitter about the NVZs episode'

The talking point in Wales right now is the shock announcement of whole territory Nitrate Vulnerable Zones (NVZs) by Welsh Government.

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Farming matters: Abi Reader - 'I find it difficult not to feel bitter about the NVZs episode'

The talking point in Wales right now is the shock announcement of whole territory Nitrate Vulnerable Zones (NVZs) by Welsh Government. Over the past 12 months Wales Minister for Environment, Energy...

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