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Farm charity sees spike in calls as pressure on farmers' mental health mounts

The Farming Community Network has urged farmers to check on each other, as pressure on the industry continues to increase

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Farm charity sees spike in calls as pressure on farmers' mental health mounts

A farming charity has marked its 30-year anniversary with a reminder that members of rural communities must look out for one another, especially those who 'have been a bit quiet' - and seek help if they...

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