Scottish First Minister looks to build strong relationship with the agricultural sector

Farmers urged to be prepared for support changes

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NFU Scotland president Martin Kennedy alongisde Rural Affairs Secretary Mairi Gougeon and Scottish First Minister John Swinney
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NFU Scotland president Martin Kennedy alongisde Rural Affairs Secretary Mairi Gougeon and Scottish First Minister John Swinney

First Minister John Swinney has told farmers to be prepared for agricultural support changes as he looks to build a strong relationship with the sector. In a meeting with NFU Scotland president Martin...

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