Welsh Gov urged to take action to protect dairy industry

NFU Cymru has met with the Deputy First Minister to outline the actions Welsh Government should take to protect the Welsh dairy industry’s long-term viability at this time of market downturn

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Welsh Gov urged to take action to protect dairy industry

NFU Cymru met with the Deputy First Minister Huw Irranca-Davies on Monday February 9 to share a briefing document containing eight key actions that Welsh Government can take to support the sector and ensure...

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