NFU members concerned about December drought despite easing conditions

At the end of a dry summer, the water level of Staunton Harold Reservoir is very low, allowing grass to grow over the reservoir bed - The Grocer

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The farming group has warned more needs to be done to address the ‘significant water challenges that impact farmers’ ability to produce food for the nation’

Drought conditions in December are a serious cause for concern, the NFU has stressed.

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