21/05/2012
Anna Hill hears how some dairy farmers are being accused of artificially enhancing cow udders to compete in the show ring. Vets say it threatens animal welfare.
Anna Hill hears how some dairy farmers are being accused of artificially enhancing cow udders to compete in the show ring. The British Veterinary Association speaks out against the practices which threaten animal welfare.
As preparations for RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2012 get underway, the Horticultural Trades Association boasts that Britain is a world leader in plant breeding and flower growing. Sarah Swadling visits a long term medal holder who'll be displaying his daffodils in this years' show.
Presented by Anna Hill. Produced by Clare Freeman in Birmingham.
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