'Farmers need glyphosate', says Secretary of State

Speaking to farmers, Ministers, cross party MPs and industry figures for 'Back British Farming Day', Therese Coffey confirmed that the science is clear and farmers need glyphosate

Rachael Brown
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'Farmers need glyphosate', says Secretary of State

The Secretary of State Therese Coffey was resolute on her stance when it comes to continued glyphosate use in England, and confirmed that the 'science is clear and farmers need it'. The announcement...

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