NSA Scotland demands support for sheep farmers ahead of Holyrood elections

Open letter to Scottish Gov says industry must receive ring-fenced support if it is to

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The open letter sets out NSA Scotland's plea for ring-fenced support
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The open letter sets out NSA Scotland's plea for ring-fenced support

Continued, ring-fenced multi-year farm support will be critical if the Scottish sheep farming sector is to survive politicians have been told. In an open letter to Minister for Agriculture and Connectivity...

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