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Farming Today This Week

News and issues in rural Britain with Charlotte Smith. The farmers who produce the chicken on our plates say the future of their industry is in jeopardy.

An independent report for the National Farmers Union says the average chicken farmer has lost money over the last five years. Many have not had the cash to invest in buildings and equipment to keep their businesses efficient and their costs down. With new rules and added costs around the corner, some are asking if they should leave the industry altogether. Farming Today looks at the future of Britain's most popular meat.

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Sat 9 May 2009 06:30

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  • Sat 9 May 2009 06:30

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