A Shropshire councillor who had a glimpse into life down on the farm, says it left her in awe of the work that farmers do.
Julia Buckley put in a 12-hour shift at two farms near Hanwood this week to see for herself the stress those working in the agricultural industry face.
He says issues farmers have faced recently range from Bovine TB to the price of grain since the Ukraine War began and complex Government subsidy application schemes.When Councillor Buckley, turned up for a 12 hour day's work on Andrew Bebb's farm, he had already been out and about for three and a half hours.Andrew and his partner farm two properties in Shrewsbury and both are flat out in what it one of of the busiest times for them.
"That means that the camaraderie that I remember working on farms as a student in Yorkshire is now longer there. Farmers are working by themselves. They have to deal with everything on their own, from the physical work to the paperwork. And they have no-one to share the stress with.Councillor Julia Buckley with farmer Andrew Bebb
Mr Bebb said, “It has, without question, saved lives of farmers in our area and it is so important to keep this service going. I am very concerned that it is not affected by the council’s budget cuts.”
Deutschland Neuesten Nachrichten, Deutschland Schlagzeilen
Similar News:Sie können auch ähnliche Nachrichten wie diese lesen, die wir aus anderen Nachrichtenquellen gesammelt haben.
Roads and rail hit as Shropshire goes on flood alert once moreShropshire and mid Wales are on flood alert again after the region was hit by heavy rain rather than snow - with train services affected by flooding.
Weiterlesen »
Hundreds of families in Shropshire urged to apply for primary school placesShropshire Council is asking parents to apply soon if they want a place at a school in September.
Weiterlesen »
Annual Potato Day Celebration Draws Hundreds to Shropshire Village HallAround 500 people attended the 2024 Potato Day at Wattlesborough Village Hall near Shrewsbury, marking the 20th anniversary of the event. Visitors had the opportunity to purchase seed potatoes and receive advice from experts. The celebration, organized by the Shropshire Organic Gardeners, has grown in popularity since its inception 20 years ago.
Weiterlesen »
Gold coin collection valued at £17,000 to be sold at Shropshire auctionA collection of UK commemorative gold coins, valued at up to £17,000, will be going up under the hammer in Shrewsbury next month.
Weiterlesen »
Bridgnorth parish rooms set to accommodate homelessShropshire Council has said the venue offers better accommodation than unsuitable provision such as B&B's.
Weiterlesen »
Shropshire Council unveils proposals for improving transport, travel and public spaces in LudlowProposals for improving transport, travel and public spaces in Ludlow have today been published by Shropshire Council.
Weiterlesen »