Farmers lobbied a Government Minster today, calling for a policy to protect British farming and its role in feeding our families. David Heath was visiting the second day of the Devon County Show near Exeter.
It follows a year that many farmers describe as the worst they can remember.
The showground opened for the second day at 8am with trade stands open from 9am - 6:30pm. The main road nearby (A3052) is expected to be very heavy, as are surrounding routes. Car parking is free. From Exeter take the 52 bus service and the 59 shuttle from Exmouth
It's the second day of the Devon County Show.
Thousands of people are expected to turn out to sample all that the agricultural world has to offer.
Among today's visitors to the showground at Westpoint will be the Farming Minister.
David Heath is due at a breakfast meeting with farmers and will be taking part in a debate with Young Farmers later on. The event finishes tomorrow.
Thousands of people are enjoying the sunshine on the first day of the Devon County Show at Westpoint near Exeter.
This year the Duchess of Cornwall is in attendance, as Kate Reeves reports:
The Duchess of Cornwall has visited the food and drink tent at the Devon County Show.
Camilla stopped at the Devon farmhouse cider makers stand where she tasted the winning apple juicefrom Westlake.
The first big agricultural event of the season starts today as thousands head to Westpoint near Exeter for the Devon County Show.
The Duchess of Cornwall will join the crowds of people expected to attend the three day event.
The first big agricultural event of the season starts today as thousands head to Westpoint near Exeter for the Devon County Show.
The Duchess of Cornwall will join the crowds of people expected to attend the three day event.
