Agrifest returns as MPs urged to 'back British farming'

Thousands of pounds in prize money has been on offer today at one of our region's biggest farming events.

The 'Agrifest' tradeshow at WestPoint is a chance for farmers to gather and talk about developments. The best Pedigree and Primestock cattle and lamb entries were also judged and there was also a competition for the best steak and burgers.

Speakers included Professor Tom Misselbrook, a net zero and resilient farming expert and Luppo Diepenbroek whose specialist subject is regenerative farming.

Today's event coincides with the #BackBritishFarming national day which the National Farmers' Union is backing to promote members' needs to politicians.

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