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Welsh Government's 10% tree target could drive farmers out of business, says NFU Cymru

The Welsh Government has been criticised over its proposals for farmers to commit to 10 per cent tree cover and are urged to listen to farmers concerns

Rachael Brown
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Welsh Government's 10% tree target could drive farmers out of business, says NFU Cymru

The Welsh Government has been urged to listen to farmers and make changes to the Sustainable Farming Scheme (SFS) before it is too late. Speaking at the Royal Welsh Show, NFU Cymru warned proposals...

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