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Contract price rise latest consequence of Iran war

Employment costs and inflation add to financial pressure for farmers

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Contracting costs are set to rise by 4.84% this year
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Contracting costs are set to rise by 4.84% this year

Contractors are set to increase charges for the coming year citing challenging conditions caused by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The National Association of Agricultural Contractors (NAAC)...

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