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'The viability of many family farms is now at serious risk' - Milk price drops cause 'widespread anxiety'

The Farmers Union for Wales (FUW) has called for Government support to protect family farms

Alex Black
Deputy Editor
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'The viability of many family farms is now at serious risk' - Milk price drops cause 'widespread anxiety'

A significant drop in milk prices is placing severe pressure on farm businesses already grappling with regulatory change and wider uncertainty. That was the message from FUW, following an emergency...

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