01/07/2013
Farming is one of the UK's most dangerous jobs. Sybil Ruscoe hears the personal story of one woman who knows more than most about the importance of safety in agriculture.
Farming is one of the UK's most dangerous jobs. At the start of Farm Safety Awareness week, Sybil Ruscoe hears from one woman who knows more than most about the importance of safety in agriculture.
And ever thought seaweed was just something that washed up on the beach? In the North West of Scotland, scientists are trying to grow underwater mats of seaweed to use as a biofuel crop.
Presented by Sybil Ruscoe. Produced by Datshiane Navanayagam.
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