Free event to support Worcestershire farming community
A free event is to be held to help bring members of the farming community together.The second Farming Community Breakfast will take place at Top Barn Farm in the village of Holt Heath, near Worcester, on 18 June.Following a free breakfast, attendees will be given a tour of the farm and have the chance to discuss issues affecting agricultural workers, including loneliness in the profession.Malvern Hills District Council (MHDC) said it wanted to hear how the authority might be able to support the farming community in the future.
"This is a great free event for members of the farming community to come together and socialise over breakfast," said Jennie Watkins, MHDC portfolio holder for Communities and Housing. "It also gives the opportunity to discuss any activities they may need support with."The event is the second in a series and follows one held in Upton-upon-Severn in January, organised again in partnership with the National Farmers' Union (NFU).Commenting on the previous event, Emma Hamer, the NFU's county adviser for Worcestershire, said: "Farming can be a lonely life for some, so anything we can do to bring farmers together, enjoy some social time with like-minded people and learn a bit about another farm business is hugely worthwhile."Anyone who would like to attend is asked to call 01684 862165 or to email Linda.Price@malvernhills.gov.uk.
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