Best practice for mole catching

Despite moles being an issue on most farms, few farmers take mole catching matters into their own hands. Ellie Layton gets advice from an expert.

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Best practice for mole catching

Spring and autumn are the best time to tackle a rodent mole problem says James Price, a farmer in South Wales and a pest control expert. Mr Price, who juggles the home farm near Abergavenny alongside...

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