Top five takeaways for farmers from Trump's trade deal with the UK

Supermarkets, politicians and industry leaders have all had their say on the US/UK trade deal signed on May 8, but will the impact reach your farm gate?

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Top five takeaways for farmers from Trump's trade deal with the UK

On May 8, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and President Donald Trump announced the details of a new trade deal signed between the UK and the US, with major implications on farming and associated industries...

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