Harvest reveals strength and resilience of farmers despite 'unpredictability' of the weather

"The biggest compliment I can give to all farmers is they have survived another harvest despite all the pressure and weight which was placed on them"

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Farmers have praised their resilience and ability to manage pressure during this year's harvest
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Farmers have praised their resilience and ability to manage pressure during this year's harvest

Farmers resourcefulness during a ‘challenging' harvest has been highlighted as the season draws to an end, with a boost from the sunshine as we enter September. NFU vice-president David Exwood said...

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