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The Agricultural Industries Confederation has urged farmers to be vigilant against the risks of fertiliser theft by providing the following safety tips

Chris Brayford
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The AIC has warned farmers about securing fertiliser after fears it could be stolen from farms and exploited by criminals
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The AIC has warned farmers about securing fertiliser after fears it could be stolen from farms and exploited by criminals

With poor weather hampering efforts to deliver essential nutrients to crops, the Agricultural Industries Confederation (AIC) has urged farmers to be vigilant against the risks of fertiliser theft. The...

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