Young Farmer Focus - Jessica Stewart: "Coming together shows a stand of unity"

Jessica Stewart, 26, is a rural solicitor from Ferryhill, County Durham. She is also an NFU Student and Young Farmer Ambassador. Jess writes about the industry coming together following the Autumn Budget and changes to Inheritance Tax

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"It has been a privilege to see the camaraderie from the whole industry, with support from the local mart, tractor dealers, land agents, and countless farmers and farming businesses. My message would be this: let's ensure that we support each other like this always, not just in a crisis."
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"It has been a privilege to see the camaraderie from the whole industry, with support from the local mart, tractor dealers, land agents, and countless farmers and farming businesses. My message would be this: let's ensure that we support each other like this always, not just in a crisis."

For the farming community, our day-to-day did not stop during the festivities. It was a time to come together, reflect and celebrate. In the midst of the current political upheaval, this is more...

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