Party conference roundup: What are the political parties offering farmers?

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Party conference roundup: What are the political parties offering farmers?

As the 2024 political party conferences wrap up, Farmers Guardian's news and business team discuss the goings on at the Liberal Democrat, Labour and Conservative Party conferences and what each party has to offer for the farming sector.

READ NOW: The Conservative Party needs a leader who understands the rural way of life

FG chief reporter Rachael Brown talks about the new Labour Government and their offering for farmers. FG news and business reporter Jane Thynne discusses the contrast between the discussion about farming from party members, compared to those at the top of the party including Tim Farron and FG news and business reporter Chris Brayford takes a look at the Conservative Party and what they must do to win back the rural vote.

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