Labour shortages in farming linked to loneliness? Find out what Lincolnshire County Council members have to say about the challenges faced by farmers.
Labour shortages in the farming industry could be linked to loneliness, members of Lincolnshire County Council have suggested.
However, during an Environment and Economy Scrutiny Committee meeting on Tuesday, Councillor Ian Carrington said many are also discouraged by the fact that farming is a"very lonely occupation". "I think making sure that our farming community, whether they are working or running a farm, have access to support that we all need from time to time is extremely important."
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