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Arable farmers face a 'cost squeeze' in Scotland following another challenging year for the sector

"The sector is hurting as it deals with rising production costs and such poor returns for what should be a premium product in malting barley that so many people enjoy"

Chris Brayford
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NFU Scotland vice-president Andrew Connon said: "Scottish farmers are feeling a squeeze on their finances due to the overwhelming challenges they face."
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NFU Scotland vice-president Andrew Connon said: "Scottish farmers are feeling a squeeze on their finances due to the overwhelming challenges they face."

Arable farmers in Scotland are facing a multitude of challenges which is having an impact on the future viability of their businesses. NFU Scotland said the arable sector faced a financial 'strain'...

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