Farmers Guardian survey reveals only 3% of farmers feel respected by Government post Budget

In a special Farmers Guardian survey to find out how the industry feels now compared to before the Autumn Budget, farmers also say their mental health has been drastically impacted and there are fears suicide rates could spiral

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Farmers Guardian survey reveals only 3% of farmers feel respected by Government post Budget

In a special Farmers Guardian survey to find out how the industry feels now compared to before the Autumn Budget, farmers also say their mental health has been drastically impacted and there are fears suicide rates could spiral

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