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https://defrafarming.blog.gov.uk/2022/08/24/learning-from-the-north-cumbria-farmers-group-test-and-trial/

Watch: The North Cumbria Farmers Group test and trial

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Farmers in North Cumbria's Forgotten Lands are working with Natural England and Defra to help shape our environmental land management schemes.

In this third video in a series of 3 about the North Cumbria Farmers Group test and trial, uplands livestock farmer and local history expert Barbara Smith explains how the group has mapped the natural capital of the land, and the background to this history-rich area of north-west England.

Many thanks to Barbara for taking part in the film.

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