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Hidden costs of managing the countryside

What does it cost to maintain England's beautiful, diverse farmed landscapes, and who does the work? A survey in May 2005 by the National Farmers' Union and CPRE has come up with a first estimate for the cost of the landscape management work undertaken by England's farmers. Our research findings are revealed in this new joint report, which makes a strong case for continued public support for farming in return for the work needed to maintain a beautiful countryside for the benefit of us all.
  • Report
  • A4, 52pp (summary version 6pp)
  • July 2006
  • PDF (1.5Mb)
  • Summary PDF (383Kb)
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