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Surrey farmer Alec Clouting was able to set up a 24/7 meat vending machine following funding from Surrey County Council
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Surrey farmer Alec Clouting was able to set up a 24/7 meat vending machine following funding from Surrey County Council

Farmers and growers across Surrey can apply for grants of up to £35,000 plus expert support to innovate their offer as part of a £500,000 package to boost the rural economy. The Surrey Farming Innovation...

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