From the editor: Can Handley's re-emergence help bring Christmas cheer?

In farming circles we know that Christmas is approaching not through gaudy lights plastered to houses or driveways, but the fact winter fairs are taking place across the UK and quality stock is on display.

Ben Briggs
Ben Briggs is the group publisher and editor in chief of Agriconnect, overseeing the media business and titles such as Farmers Guardian, Dairy Farmer and Arable Farming.
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From the editor: Can Handley's re-emergence help bring Christmas cheer?

In farming circles we know that Christmas is approaching not through gaudy lights plastered to houses or driveways, but the fact winter fairs are taking place across the UK and quality stock is on display....

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