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OPINION: Now is the time to support our agricultural shows

Angela Calvert, Farmers Guardian's head of livestock shows and sales, reflects on the importance of agricultural shows as the 2025 season gets underway

Angela Calvert
Head of Livestock, Shows and Sales
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OPINION: Now is the time to support our agricultural shows

With the show season underway it is a good time to reflect on just how important they are to the agricultural industry. Showcase They are a fantastic opportunity to showcase what we do to the general...

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