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30/03/2026: Fishing industry hit by fuel costs. A good time to be a sheep farmer? Wild Daffodils

The ripples of conflict in the Middle East are being felt in UK fishing ports as the cost of fuelling boats soars. The industry has written to the government, seeking support.

The National Federation of Fishermen's Organisations is asking the Government for help with rising costs because of the conflict in the Middle East. The NFFO says it's difficult to pass on the hike in diesel prices to customers, because fish are sold at auction. It has written to the Minister for Food Security, Angela Eagle, pointing out that some European countries have already announced support packages to help with rising prices. By the end of last week, the average UK price of diesel for fishing boats had gone up by 75% since the beginning of March.

Every spring around the villages of Kempley and Dymock carpets of wild daffodils can still be seen in the fields and woodlands, thanks to carefully managed agricultural and forestry practices. Our reporter Bob Hockenhull has been to take a look.

Charlotte Smith finds out why this is a pretty good time to be a sheep farmer, according to the Chief Executive of the National Sheep Association.

Presenter: Charlotte Smith
Producer: Sarah Swadling

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