Gov urged to consider one-off soil improvement scheme to offset Iran war input costs

CAAV adviser Jeremy Moody warns arable farmers may decide not to plant crops for harvest 2027

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CAAV adviser Jeremy Moody is urging government to consider farmer support as inputs soar
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CAAV adviser Jeremy Moody is urging government to consider farmer support as inputs soar

The Government is being urged to to introduce a one-off soil improvement and resilience scheme following disruptions caused by the war in Iran. The Central Association of Agricultural Valuers (CAAV)...

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