From the editor: Farm inspection regime in need of a radical overhaul

Could a light touch or at least a more proportionate approach be used, especially for those found to be in breach of rules for the first time or making minor errors?

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From the editor: Farm inspection regime in need of a radical overhaul

The tragic story of Rocky Poulson will strike a chord with everyone reading Farmers Guardian's interview with his family this week, and we thank Rita and Matthew for their enormous courage in recounting...

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