Scottish farmers must receive recognition for green credentials

NFUS president Martin Kennedy used his final conference speech to call for farmers and crofters to receive 'proper credit'

Alex Black
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Scottish farmers must receive recognition for green credentials

Farmers and crofters must receive ‘proper credit' for their world-leading green credentials. NFU Scotland President Martin Kennedy, who steps down from office in February 2025, used his final Autumn...

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