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Farming Matters: Ben Aveling - "It's time farmers are paid fairly, as this is truly the only way to save British farms, especially if the Inheritance Tax holds firm"

This week's opinion from throughout the world of agriculture: Farmer and meat retailer from Towcester, Northamptonshire - Ben Aveling

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Farming Matters: Ben Aveling - "It's time farmers are paid fairly, as this is truly the only way to save British farms, especially if the Inheritance Tax holds firm"

We farmers are a rare breed aren't we? Perpetual stress, gruelling physical and mental work, with a sprinkling of joy. That's the part we thrive off. The sprinkling of joy. It's funny isn't it? We...

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