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Farmers meet scientific group in south west

From the South West Farmer, first published Friday 19th Oct 2007.

The Independent Scientific Group Committee involved into looking and badgers and cattle TB. visited Devon as part of its inquiry. The Committee met representatives from NFU South West, local vets and local farmers. As part of the visit, the Committee went to three local farms in Ivybridge, Shebbear and Stockleigh Pomeroy to talk to farmers about their experiences of Cattle TB and to view badger setts on farms.

The Chairman of the Committee, Mr Michael Jack MP, said: "Our visit has given us a practical insight about the impact that Cattle TB has on Devon's farms and farmers. It was made clear to us that farmers want a much improved system of cattle valuation where matters of compensation are concerned. We also valued the input of local vets who were able to provide us with some challenging thoughts on disease transmission. We can assure all those we met that what they told us will be considered very carefully when we produce our report."

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