Barfoots has hosted a group of MPs

Five MPs visit Barfoots’ farm in Sussex

2026-07-07T15:30:00+01:00By

Veg grower has hosted a group of MPs as part of NFU scheme to see on-farm operations and discuss key issues for the sector including planning barriers and seasonal workers 

  • Five MPs visit Barfoots’ farm in Sussex

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Barfoots has hosted a group of MPs

Five MPs visit Barfoots’ farm in Sussex

Veg grower has hosted a group of MPs as part of NFU scheme to see on-farm operations and discuss key issues for the sector including planning barriers and seasonal workers