Farmers thank general public
Publication Date: Thu, 07 Nov 2013
Local farmers are extending their thanks to the general public for their help after a difficult year.
The farming community is preparing for winter - with many still recovering from the heavy snow in March.
Thousands of animals were killed as a result of the unexpected and unprecedented snowfall.
Farmers have enjoyed a largely prosperous summer of good weather and crop production.
Chairman of the Agricultural Benevolent Fund Graham Crowe says this, coupled with the support, means people haven't given up:
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Graham Crowe
