Hot summers, dry weather and why we need to love our farmers
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Veterinarian and farmer Sam Bowker, and Chaplain to Thrapston Livestock Market, Rev. Eddie Smith, joined Michael Fanstone to discuss how the hottest summer on record affected not just the soil, but farmers across the country, and how we can show more appreciation to our farmers.
Released on 12 Sep 2025
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