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From the editor: New research showcasing impact of bovine TB on farmers must be heeded

Farmers Guardian editor Olivia Midgley's take on this week's top farming news stories

Olivia Midgley
Editorial Director
clock 鈥� 2 min read
Although there is some progress with bovine TB, policy cannot ignore the impact it has on farmers.
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Although there is some progress with bovine TB, policy cannot ignore the impact it has on farmers.

Bovine TB Cumbrian farmer James Robinson's heartfelt account of his dairy herd's battle with bovine TB is a powerful reminder of the frustration felt by many as the industry battles to eradicate the...

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