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28/04/2023 Rebuilding herd on Jersey, seed preservation, on farm hydrogen energy

After botulism wiped out more than 100 cows on Jersey, the farmer is slowly rebuilding his herd.

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After botulism wiped out more than 100 cows on Jersey, the farmer is slowly rebuilding his herd.
We hear about a native seed preservation charity in Northern Ireland.
And a green hydrogen-powered scheme in the foothills of the Grampians, which is aiming to supply all the energy needs of a farm as well as the seven homes with 100% renewable-generated electricity.

Presented by Caz Graham and produced by Beatrice Fenton.

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Fri 28 Apr 202305:45

BBC Radio 4

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