WHY BRITISH FARMERS HAVE THE EDGE: Andrea Graham discusses what sets British farming apart

摘要

Is there one single, tangible thing that gives British farmers the edge over our global counterparts? In short, no - there are, of course, many things that give us the edge. But the most important ingredient is the farmer, his workforce and family. These are the people who give us the edge.I was once told that there is nothing more contagious than someone who has enthusiasm for what they do. One thing that has struck me during my time at the NFU is the professionalism and sheer passion of British farmers. So, picking up the theme of the Oxford Farming Conference's report, I've taken a moment to investigate what really gives British farmers the edge.