Ben Goldsmith attack on sheep farming 'incorrect and damaging', says NSA

NSA calls out former Defra representative for incorrect and damaging statement on UK sheep farming.

Alex Black
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Ben Goldsmith attack on sheep farming 'incorrect and damaging', says NSA

NSA calls out former Defra representative for incorrect and damaging statement on UK sheep farming. The National Sheep Association (NSA) said it is exasperated by comments from former Defra board member...

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