Workforce shortage could mean food security crisis, Arla warns

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The report from the dairy co-operative found fewer young people are considering farming careers due to a lack of awareness  unclear routes into the sector and a perception of poor pay and working conditions

Action must be taken to address workforce shortages in UK agriculture or the country could face a food security crisis, a report has warned.

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