A Debenham farmer has spoken of his pride at flying the flag for British farming at the historic Lord Mayor’s Show. Thomas McVeigh took part in the spectacle with the Worshipful Company of Farmers on November 11, in his role as Student and Young Farm Ambassador with the National Farmers’ Union (NFU). The arable crops, poultry and cattle farmer joined others in highlighting and celebrating the significant role that British farmers and growers play in feeding the nation, alongside caring for the environment. Debenham farmer Thomas McVeigh and, below, with other members of the farming community at the parade.Pictures: ContributedMr McVeigh said: “It was a fantastic experience and there was a real buzz in the parade. The parade took place in front of hundreds of thousands of spectators and was screened live on the BBC to an audience of millions.

Source: Express November 26, 2023 11:05 UTC