Small changes can improve farm security - 'a well-lit farmyard can deter potential intruders'

Tom Shelbourne, from West Country Tech, has worked in rural security for the last seven years, and here he reminds farmers that small changes can really help increase security on farm.

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Small changes can improve farm security - 'a well-lit farmyard can deter potential intruders'

Rural crime is a persistent challenge, with machinery, tools, and livestock often becoming targets due to the isolated nature of farming locations and, sometimes, a lack of adequate surveillance. The rise...

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