88-year-old farmer shares passion for farming in heartwarming video: 'Farming is the greatest industry in the world. Keep flying the flag'

For #FARM24, Peter Lomas made a video to encourage others to back the farming industry.

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88-year-old farmer shares passion for farming in heartwarming video: 'Farming is the greatest industry in the world. Keep flying the flag'

Having worked all his life in farming, Peter Lomas, 88, is still as passionate about the industry as he has ever been. 

In a special video for 24 Hours in Farming, a digital event sponsored by Morrisons and aims to showcase what truly happens within the farming industry, Peter talked about his life in agriculture, how he has passed it on to his son, Ian, and how he will continue to fly the flag for farming no matter what.

You can find out more about 24 Hours in Farming here
24 Hours in Farming, sponsored by Morrisons, is a chance to unite the industry and give consumers an insight into what really goes on in farming. Support British farmers now and get involved. 

 

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