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Farming Today: 27/10/2011

27/10/2011

BBC Radio 4 - Farming Today, 27/10/2011

Caz Graham asks why plans to extend two National Parks are proving controversial.

The Yorkshire Dales National Park is set to expand by around a fifth in size. Caz Graham meets villagers and farmers to find out why the plans are proving controversial.

The Yorkshire Dales National Park is preparing to expand by around a fifth in size. Natural England has given the green light to its expansion along with the Lake District National Park by around three percent. The Secretary of State will now consider the plans. Caz Graham travels to meet villagers within the proposed new boundary who say it will benefit businesses and residents but she also hears from a farmer who's concerned he'll face too many restrictions. 

While some parts of the UK are still suffering the effects of this Summer's drought others are being deluged by rain. Parts of Belfast have seen a month's worth of rain in three days this week, causing flooding in some areas. Caz Graham hears how farmers in Northern Ireland have been coping with swamped crops and potatoes and the emergency rescue of piglets. 

Produced by Anne Marie Bullock. Presented by Caz Graham.

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