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Farming is the bedrock of the rural economy and fundamental to its success – 70 per cent of land in the UK is farmed and farmers have a role in caring for much of the rest of it.

As well as being the bedrock of rural life, British farming’s contribution to the national economy topped £9.4 billion last year, with the agri-food sector worth £127bn. Farmers Guardian drills into the data.

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Skiptons opening show and sale of gimmer shearlings saw 4,770 head sell to an overall all-breeds average of £177.43, well up on the previous years £152.05.