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Defra officials suggest farmers could 'produce crisps' to remain viable

March Spending Review is key to future of SFI, says department, which admits concerns over future budget

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Efra chair Alistair Carmichael
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Representatives from Defra sought to defend the department's record to MPs while suggesting farmers could produce ‘artisan gin' to remain viable. The session had been convened to examine findings from...

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