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Farming Today: 17/02/20 Hen harriers, Fishing industry, Fake snail farms

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17/02/20 Hen harriers, Fishing industry, Fake snail farms

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New figures show more birds of prey are being persecuted in England than ever before.

New figures released by the RSPB show that birds of prey are being killed or persecuted in greater numbers than ever in England. What can be done to try and protect them?

New figures released by the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds reveal that birds of prey are being killed or persecuted in greater numbers than ever in England. Data for 2018 shows that it was the worst year in over a decade. What can be done to protect endangered birds of prey? We hear from the RSPB and the Moorland Association. 

Farming Today embarks on a week-long look at the fishing industry. At a time of upheaval and change, what is the future for the UK's fishing fleet? 

How can snails be used as a tax dodge? We find out!

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