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"Safety for farmers, family members and workers should always be the number one priority. And while fully understanding the pressures farmers are under, it is vital they avoid taking risks which could lead to injury or fatalities"

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Jason Kelly, chief forecaster at the Met Office said: "Storm Darragh is an evolving system and will bring several hazards, including wind gusts of up to 70-80mph."
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Jason Kelly, chief forecaster at the Met Office said: "Storm Darragh is an evolving system and will bring several hazards, including wind gusts of up to 70-80mph."

NFU Mutual has urged British farmers to prepare for further rain and strong winds ahead of Storm Darragh's imminent arrival. The Met Office has issued Amber and Yellow warnings with snow, heavy rainfall...

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