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0:00:18 > 0:00:22- Welcome to Ffermio - and to Ruthin mart.
0:00:22 > 0:00:24- Christmas is getting nearer.
0:00:24 > 0:00:28- The annual cattle and sheep show - is being held here...
0:00:28 > 0:00:33- ..as well as an evening of carol - singing in aid of the RABI charity.
0:00:34 > 0:00:37- Also this week, - Alun visits St Fagans museum...
0:00:37 > 0:00:40- ..to find out - how the farm is managed.
0:00:40 > 0:00:44- We'll also be at the launch - of an educational resource...
0:00:44 > 0:00:48- ..for primary school children - in Builth Wells.
0:00:48 > 0:00:49- First...
0:00:49 > 0:00:55- ..a little over 2% of Welsh land - are Nitrate Vulnerable Zones, NVZs.
0:00:55 > 0:00:59- In those zones, there are periods - when a farmer's allowed...
0:00:59 > 0:01:03- ..to spread slurry or fertilizer - as well as other regulations.
0:01:03 > 0:01:05- Meinir has more details.
0:01:10 > 0:01:13- The Welsh Government - is consulting at the moment...
0:01:13 > 0:01:17- ..on ways that agriculture can help - to reduce water pollution...
0:01:18 > 0:01:19- ..caused by nitrates.
0:01:19 > 0:01:21- There are two options.
0:01:21 > 0:01:25- Either the whole of Wales is under - restrictions or targeted treatment.
0:01:25 > 0:01:29- But the question is - what does all this mean?
0:01:35 > 0:01:39- Jeff and Elinor Evans are tenants - on Broadmoor Farm in Wolfscastle.
0:01:40 > 0:01:44- They milk 170 cattle - and farm 400 acres in all.
0:01:45 > 0:01:48- Broadmoor is one of 2,000 farms - in Pembrokeshire...
0:01:49 > 0:01:53- ..which would have to conform - with new regulations.
0:01:53 > 0:01:56- The first thing for us would be - a lack of storage for slurry.
0:01:57 > 0:01:59- We'd need five months of storage.
0:01:59 > 0:02:02- At the moment, we have four weeks, - around a month.
0:02:02 > 0:02:04- So we need a lot more.
0:02:04 > 0:02:07- There will be a closed period...
0:02:08 > 0:02:12- ..between 15 October - and 15 February...
0:02:12 > 0:02:16- ..where we can't take manure out - at all.
0:02:16 > 0:02:21- We graze cattle - just about all year round.
0:02:21 > 0:02:24- We expect to turn them out - in February.
0:02:24 > 0:02:28- If there's no grass, - they'd be slow in going out.
0:02:28 > 0:02:30- We depend on that.
0:02:30 > 0:02:35- If the regulations come into force, - how would it affect your business?
0:02:35 > 0:02:40- We'd have to find around 100,000 - to build the stores.
0:02:42 > 0:02:45- That's if the council - gives planning permission.
0:02:45 > 0:02:48- Pembrokeshire council own the farm.
0:02:49 > 0:02:52- We'd put in the investment - without seeing a return.
0:02:52 > 0:02:55- That wouldn't just mean - having to spend on a slurry pit...
0:02:56 > 0:02:59- ..but also that less money - would come into the farm.
0:02:59 > 0:03:02- We'd have to reduce - the size of the herd...
0:03:02 > 0:03:05- ..because we wouldn't be able - to cut as much grass.
0:03:05 > 0:03:09- After two years - of poor milk prices...
0:03:09 > 0:03:13- ..there's not much money - left in reserve...
0:03:14 > 0:03:16- ..so it'll be quite tough - to start off.
0:03:17 > 0:03:21- It's happening in Ireland - at the moment. How are they coping?
0:03:21 > 0:03:24- They're saying - it's not working very well.
0:03:24 > 0:03:28- Before the closed period, they all - want to take the slurry out...
0:03:28 > 0:03:30- ..and empty the pits before winter.
0:03:31 > 0:03:35- They're busy putting it out - 24 hours a day almost...
0:03:35 > 0:03:38- ..when the time is right.
0:03:38 > 0:03:40- Before the closed period.
0:03:40 > 0:03:44- It shows - that before the closed period...
0:03:44 > 0:03:45- ..when it is open...
0:03:46 > 0:03:50- ..there's a spike in the amount - of nitrates going into the river.
0:03:50 > 0:03:53- For me, that's common sense. - It's going to happen.
0:03:53 > 0:03:57- Everyone wants to take slurry out - at the same time.
0:03:58 > 0:04:02- Natural Resources Wales is one body - which assesses water pollution.
0:04:03 > 0:04:09- Our role - is to show which waters fail.
0:04:09 > 0:04:13- Then we give the evidence - to the government.
0:04:13 > 0:04:16- How serious - is the situation in Wales?
0:04:17 > 0:04:20- In terms of nitrates in the water...
0:04:20 > 0:04:23- ..some waters fail...
0:04:23 > 0:04:29- ..which has a damaging effect - on the environment.
0:04:30 > 0:04:35- Of course, - it is damaging to wildlife.
0:04:35 > 0:04:38- Where the blue-green algae grows...
0:04:39 > 0:04:43- ..it can be dangerous for people - and wildlife who drink that water.
0:04:44 > 0:04:48- If the regulations come into force, - what would it mean for farmers?
0:04:48 > 0:04:51- There are many things - in the consultation.
0:04:51 > 0:04:54- It's likely that every farm - which rears cattle...
0:04:54 > 0:04:59- ..would have to store slurry for - at least five months of the year.
0:04:59 > 0:05:00- There'd also be a period...
0:05:01 > 0:05:04- ..where they wouldn't be allowed - to spread slurry in the fields.
0:05:04 > 0:05:06- As well as that...
0:05:07 > 0:05:11- ..there'd be a limit on how much - nitrogen can be emitted in a year.
0:05:11 > 0:05:14- That will depend - not just on the slurry...
0:05:14 > 0:05:19- ..but the inorganic nitrogen - fertilizer that's brought in too.
0:05:19 > 0:05:23- Maybe a record will have to be kept - of how much goes in each field.
0:05:23 > 0:05:28- By having an opening and closing - period when you can spread slurry...
0:05:28 > 0:05:31- ..couldn't it worsen - the situation...
0:05:31 > 0:05:34- ..and mean that more slurry - is used in those periods?
0:05:34 > 0:05:37- We'll have to look at that - if it comes in.
0:05:37 > 0:05:39- I don't disagree with you.
0:05:39 > 0:05:43- But with a limit on how much - can be used in every field...
0:05:43 > 0:05:46- ..it might control the situation.
0:05:50 > 0:05:54- Rhys James and his family farm - 400 acres on Clarbeston Grange...
0:05:54 > 0:05:57- ..around eight miles - from Broadmoor Farm.
0:05:57 > 0:06:01- Eleven years ago, they got support - from the government...
0:06:01 > 0:06:05- ..to be part of a pilot scheme to - reduce nitrate levels in the water.
0:06:07 > 0:06:11- Money was available - to build fences on the riverbank...
0:06:11 > 0:06:15- ..install water troughs - in the fields...
0:06:15 > 0:06:19- ..and to undertake soil sampling - on the farm.
0:06:20 > 0:06:23- This information showed...
0:06:23 > 0:06:29- ..that the levels of P and K, - phosphate and potash...
0:06:29 > 0:06:31- ..was correct on the land.
0:06:31 > 0:06:37- I could save money - by only using straight nitrogen.
0:06:38 > 0:06:43- There was also money available - to improve the yard...
0:06:44 > 0:06:46- ..and to install drains...
0:06:46 > 0:06:51- ..to keep clean water - separate from the dirty water.
0:06:52 > 0:06:55- After making changes, - did you notice a difference?
0:06:56 > 0:06:58- There was less pollution - in the river...
0:06:58 > 0:07:01- ..and the amount of nitrates - had reduced.
0:07:01 > 0:07:03- So, in my opinion, it did work.
0:07:05 > 0:07:08- Is the government's - targeted treatment the answer?
0:07:08 > 0:07:10- I don't think so.
0:07:10 > 0:07:15- The government wants to put - most of Pembrokeshire in these NVZs.
0:07:15 > 0:07:21- This will affect everyone - associated with farmers...
0:07:21 > 0:07:23- ..in Pembrokeshire.
0:07:24 > 0:07:25- So what's the answer?
0:07:25 > 0:07:28- A more targeted approach.
0:07:28 > 0:07:34- Going to farms - and implementing more schemes...
0:07:34 > 0:07:37- ..like - the Catchment Sensitive scheme...
0:07:37 > 0:07:41- ..which came into being in 2005.
0:07:43 > 0:07:46- This consultation - closes on 23 December.
0:07:46 > 0:07:50- To contribute, - visit the government's website...
0:07:50 > 0:07:51- ..or write to them.
0:07:51 > 0:07:54- It's important - that everyone responds...
0:07:55 > 0:07:58- ..so the government has a - full picture of the implications...
0:07:58 > 0:08:01- ..regarding the danger of nitrates - to the industry...
0:08:02 > 0:08:04- ..and to the countryside in general.
0:08:04 > 0:08:10- In the end, we all want clean water - to flow into the river.
0:08:10 > 0:08:14- No-one wants to cause pollution - or anything like that.
0:08:15 > 0:08:21- We need to work with the government - to make it better.
0:08:21 > 0:08:27- Have some common sense, - not go by the calendar...
0:08:27 > 0:08:30- ..but farm according to the weather.
0:08:37 > 0:08:42- Back in Ruthin, everyone's waiting - for the competitions to begin.
0:08:42 > 0:08:47- There's some last-minute activity - to ensure the stock look their best.
0:08:47 > 0:08:48- Two heifers.
0:08:49 > 0:08:53- A Limousin reared at home - and a Charolais that I bought.
0:08:54 > 0:08:57- The standard of the stock - is very high.
0:08:57 > 0:09:01- Winning any sort of prize - is good enough.
0:09:01 > 0:09:05- From what I've seen, the standard - is high, like it is every year.
0:09:09 > 0:09:12- I have a young steer and a heifer.
0:09:12 > 0:09:14- They're both Lims.
0:09:15 > 0:09:17- I competed here last year.
0:09:17 > 0:09:20- I'm not sure if I was here - the previous year.
0:09:20 > 0:09:24- I've been coming - for seven or eight years.
0:09:24 > 0:09:27- It's a nice hobby. I enjoy doing it.
0:09:27 > 0:09:31- I say every year I'm going - to give it up but I stick with it.
0:09:33 > 0:09:37- One man who looks forward - every year to the event...
0:09:37 > 0:09:41- ..is the Ruthin mart - managing director, Glyn Owens.
0:09:42 > 0:09:46- It's one of the best shows - in North Wales.
0:09:46 > 0:09:49- It's greatly anticipated every year.
0:09:50 > 0:09:52- A lot of people come.
0:09:52 > 0:09:56- By the end of the evening, - around 300-400 people will be here.
0:09:56 > 0:10:02- It's a social event - and it's also our Christmas fair.
0:10:02 > 0:10:08- # This is my child #
0:10:08 > 0:10:11- As well as competitions, - there's singing too.
0:10:12 > 0:10:13- Yes.
0:10:13 > 0:10:18- We've decided to hold an - evening of carol singing with RABI.
0:10:18 > 0:10:22- RABI is a charity - which helps people in great need.
0:10:22 > 0:10:26- We as a company think - that a social event like this...
0:10:26 > 0:10:29- ..where people can have - an evening out is important too.
0:10:30 > 0:10:35- RABI is important financially to - help families who are in difficulty.
0:10:36 > 0:10:41- RABI is a charity which gives - support to the farming industry.
0:10:41 > 0:10:46- This year, more people - have been asking for support.
0:10:47 > 0:10:50- Linda Jones - is RABI's manager in Wales.
0:10:51 > 0:10:54- The last two or three years - have been challenging.
0:10:54 > 0:10:59- That's why more working farmers - have been asking for help.
0:10:59 > 0:11:04- It's good that they've done that - because that's our purpose.
0:11:04 > 0:11:09- We've existed for 156 years - in order to benefit farmers.
0:11:10 > 0:11:11- In Wales...
0:11:12 > 0:11:17- ..we've given out - 225,000 in grants.
0:11:18 > 0:11:23- Almost 90,000 has gone to farmers - who are still working.
0:11:24 > 0:11:26- That's a high percentage.
0:11:26 > 0:11:29- But we exist to help people.
0:11:29 > 0:11:31- Cash flow is the problem - for farmers.
0:11:31 > 0:11:34- We can't pay the business' bills...
0:11:34 > 0:11:36- ..but we can pay - for everything in the home.
0:11:37 > 0:11:42- The difficulty is getting people - to phone and ask for help.
0:11:42 > 0:11:45- They'd rather stay awake at night - worrying...
0:11:45 > 0:11:49- ..than phone the charity for help.
0:11:49 > 0:11:51- It's crucial too...
0:11:51 > 0:11:55- ..that I remind everyone - that our work is confidential.
0:11:55 > 0:11:58- We don't receive any grants.
0:11:58 > 0:12:03- We have to raise around 2.5 million - a year between England and Wales.
0:12:03 > 0:12:07- People give of their time - very generously.
0:12:07 > 0:12:11- We appreciate all the help we get - from our county committees.
0:12:11 > 0:12:16- Without them, it would be - very difficult to raise money.
0:12:16 > 0:12:21- # One star was important to me #
0:12:22 > 0:12:24- Back to the competitions...
0:12:24 > 0:12:28- ..where a large crowd gathered - to see the cattle and sheep.
0:12:28 > 0:12:32- In the sheep section, - Arwel Evans and his son Dyfan...
0:12:32 > 0:12:36- ..from Pendre Fawr Farm - won with their butchers' lambs.
0:12:39 > 0:12:41- We got first and second in the trim.
0:12:42 > 0:12:44- We won the supreme championship.
0:12:44 > 0:12:46- We're happy.
0:12:47 > 0:12:49- It's our sixth win in a row.
0:12:49 > 0:12:52- Out of ten, I've lost once.
0:12:53 > 0:12:56- That's bound to come to an end.
0:12:57 > 0:13:02- I don't feel like I'm going to win.
0:13:03 > 0:13:05- It gets harder every year.
0:13:05 > 0:13:08- There were very good lambs here - today.
0:13:11 > 0:13:14- In the steer section, - in a strong competition...
0:13:14 > 0:13:19- ..E Lloyd from Garthiaen Farm, - Llandrillo, took the honours.
0:13:19 > 0:13:22- The winning heifer - was Black Beaut...
0:13:22 > 0:13:25- ..owned by Tudur Edwards, - Brithdir Farm.
0:13:25 > 0:13:28- They went on to win - Supreme Champion.
0:13:31 > 0:13:35- The Champion goes to Tudur Edwards.
0:13:36 > 0:13:39- Gwanwyn Rowlands - won Reserve Champion.
0:13:39 > 0:13:43- The Reserve Champion goes to - Gwanwyn Rowlands. Congratulations.
0:13:48 > 0:13:51- You can't get any better.
0:13:51 > 0:13:56- She won the Home Bred Heifer class, - then champion heifer...
0:13:56 > 0:13:59- ..then she won - the show's main prize.
0:13:59 > 0:14:01- We're very proud.
0:14:01 > 0:14:03- She's home-bred.
0:14:03 > 0:14:06- We're proud of her.
0:14:06 > 0:14:10- We hadn't won here for a few years.
0:14:10 > 0:14:12- We won Reserve Champion a few times.
0:14:12 > 0:14:15- It's nice to go one step further.
0:14:18 > 0:14:23- It's one of the shows I've wanted - to win since I was a child.
0:14:23 > 0:14:25- It's nice to win here.
0:14:29 > 0:14:31- That's it for now.
0:14:31 > 0:14:34- After the break, - Alun will be in St Fagans...
0:14:34 > 0:14:37- ..seeing how they run the farm - from day to day...
0:14:37 > 0:14:40- ..and at the same time, - educate the public.
0:14:40 > 0:14:41- See you in a minute.
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0:14:52 > 0:14:54- Welcome back to Ffermio - and to Ruthin mart.
0:14:55 > 0:14:57- There has never been more call...
0:14:57 > 0:15:01- ..for farmers to be spokespeople - for the industry...
0:15:01 > 0:15:05- ..to explain where food comes from, - how animals are kept...
0:15:05 > 0:15:08- ..and the role of the farmer - in the process.
0:15:08 > 0:15:12- One place that succeeds - in educating people of all ages...
0:15:12 > 0:15:14- ..about agriculture...
0:15:14 > 0:15:17- ..is one of Wales' - most popular attractions.
0:15:26 > 0:15:31- St Fagans National History Museum - was created as an open-air site...
0:15:31 > 0:15:35- ..to celebrate the traditions - and crafts of Welsh life.
0:15:35 > 0:15:38- In addition to - all the historical attractions...
0:15:38 > 0:15:44- ..the museum also boasts a 300-acre - working farm with a range of breeds.
0:15:45 > 0:15:48- The farm manager is Brian Davies.
0:15:48 > 0:15:51- The farm has been here for years.
0:15:51 > 0:15:54- We keep traditional breeds here.
0:15:54 > 0:15:56- We have Welsh Black cattle...
0:15:56 > 0:16:01- ..Llanwenog sheep, Black Welsh - Mountain sheep, Hill Radnors...
0:16:01 > 0:16:03- ..and Welsh Pigs.
0:16:03 > 0:16:05- We show people - the old native breeds.
0:16:05 > 0:16:08- It's ideal for them to be kept here.
0:16:09 > 0:16:11- Visitors come here - from all over the world.
0:16:12 > 0:16:14- It's such a popular attraction.
0:16:15 > 0:16:20- I've spoken to people - from Australia and New Zealand.
0:16:20 > 0:16:23- They come from France - and around the world.
0:16:24 > 0:16:28- We complain that children and - young people still aren't sure...
0:16:28 > 0:16:31- ..about the origin - of milk and meat.
0:16:31 > 0:16:32- This makes a difference.
0:16:32 > 0:16:33- This makes a difference.- - A big difference.
0:16:33 > 0:16:36- We have milked by hand here.
0:16:36 > 0:16:40- Some children don't understand - where the milk comes from.
0:16:41 > 0:16:45- They see it going into the bucket - and can feel that it's still warm.
0:16:46 > 0:16:49- You have to be - a rather special person.
0:16:49 > 0:16:53- You're not just a farmer, - you're also a communicator.
0:16:54 > 0:16:55- That's right.
0:16:55 > 0:16:59- If we're shearing - or testing for TB...
0:16:59 > 0:17:03- ..we do it on the farm - in Llwyn yr Eos.
0:17:04 > 0:17:09- People can see what is happening and - they're welcome to ask questions.
0:17:09 > 0:17:15- We can explain what we are doing - and why, no matter what it is.
0:17:15 > 0:17:18- Give us some idea - of your schedule over the year.
0:17:19 > 0:17:22- Is the lead-up to Christmas - a quiet time for you?
0:17:23 > 0:17:27- It has become quieter - but there's always plenty to do.
0:17:28 > 0:17:30- We have to supply the firewood...
0:17:30 > 0:17:34- ..for the open fires - in all the buildings here.
0:17:34 > 0:17:38- The stock still has to be fed - and looked after every day.
0:17:38 > 0:17:40- You rely on the public.
0:17:40 > 0:17:44- It's communication once again, - helping people to understand.
0:17:45 > 0:17:48- We show people what we do.
0:17:48 > 0:17:51- Anyone can see what happens here.
0:17:51 > 0:17:55- We explain that some of the meat - from our stock...
0:17:56 > 0:17:58- ..is sold to butchers...
0:17:58 > 0:18:03- ..and some is used - in the restaurants at the museum.
0:18:03 > 0:18:06- How do people respond?
0:18:06 > 0:18:09- On the whole, - they respond very well.
0:18:09 > 0:18:12- Some people don't agree - with what we do...
0:18:12 > 0:18:16- ..but most people understand - that we can't keep stock forever.
0:18:17 > 0:18:20- We're a working farm - and we need to pay our way.
0:18:20 > 0:18:22- You've raised an important point.
0:18:23 > 0:18:27- You don't keep them forever. - They are bred for slaughter.
0:18:27 > 0:18:30- How do young children - react to that idea?
0:18:30 > 0:18:33- Most children - are fine with the idea.
0:18:33 > 0:18:39- A few of them aren't very happy - but that's the way it is.
0:18:52 > 0:18:54- The farm at St Fagans...
0:18:54 > 0:18:58- ..conveniently situated - on the outskirts of Cardiff...
0:18:58 > 0:19:00- ..has a central role to play...
0:19:00 > 0:19:04- ..in educating young people - about the origins of their food.
0:19:04 > 0:19:08- Every farmer has the chance - to promote the industry...
0:19:08 > 0:19:10- ..through farming unions.
0:19:10 > 0:19:12- NFU Cymru has launched...
0:19:12 > 0:19:16- ..a Welsh-language education pack - for primary schools.
0:19:17 > 0:19:22- This resource is the result of a - collaboration between NFU Cymru...
0:19:23 > 0:19:27- ..and FACE - - Farming And Countryside Education.
0:19:27 > 0:19:30- The launch was held at Builth Wells - County Primary School...
0:19:31 > 0:19:33- ..but why is a resource like this - needed?
0:19:34 > 0:19:36- Welcome to Builth Wells School.
0:19:37 > 0:19:40- We know that food and farming - are essential to Wales.
0:19:40 > 0:19:43- The sector is worth 6 billion - to Wales.
0:19:43 > 0:19:46- Today we just want to - demonstrate its importance...
0:19:47 > 0:19:51- ..and try to persuade the pupils - to show an interest in the subject.
0:19:51 > 0:19:55- In the future we hope some of them - will consider a career in farming.
0:19:55 > 0:19:58- Key to the success of the launch...
0:19:59 > 0:20:03- ..was the presence of Welsh - Education Secretary Kirsty Williams.
0:20:03 > 0:20:07- It's important children - have an understanding...
0:20:07 > 0:20:10- ..of where food comes from, - how we produce food...
0:20:10 > 0:20:13- ..and the role farming plays - in the Welsh economy...
0:20:14 > 0:20:16- ..and in protecting the environment.
0:20:16 > 0:20:19- The children - are having an amazing time.
0:20:19 > 0:20:21- As well as learning about farming...
0:20:21 > 0:20:25- ..they are developing - literacy and numeracy skills.
0:20:25 > 0:20:28- It's great to have - these resources available.
0:20:29 > 0:20:33- One farmer who acknowledges - the importance of the resource...
0:20:33 > 0:20:37- ..is Hedd Pugh, Chairman - of NFU Cymru's Rural Affairs.
0:20:37 > 0:20:40- I've spent - a fantastic morning here...
0:20:40 > 0:20:43- ..with pupils of - Builth Wells Primary School.
0:20:44 > 0:20:46- I'm here as a farmer.
0:20:46 > 0:20:50- I've been explaining to the children - what happens at home on the farm.
0:20:51 > 0:20:55- The response from the children - has been fantastic.
0:20:55 > 0:20:56- Well done!
0:20:56 > 0:21:00- It's a very useful pack - for us to use in school.
0:21:01 > 0:21:05- It includes different resources...
0:21:05 > 0:21:07- ..for art, numeracy and literacy.
0:21:07 > 0:21:11- There are cross-curricular - resources for geography.
0:21:12 > 0:21:16- It can be expanded and adapted - to suit the children in the class.
0:21:16 > 0:21:18- It's very important.
0:21:19 > 0:21:21- Obviously we live - in a farming area...
0:21:21 > 0:21:26- ..but not every child here comes - from an agricultural background.
0:21:26 > 0:21:30- It's a great way for us to introduce - how food is produced to the pupils.
0:21:30 > 0:21:32- It's important that it's in Welsh.
0:21:32 > 0:21:36- As a teacher in the Welsh stream - I know resources are scarce...
0:21:36 > 0:21:38- ..so this is great.
0:21:42 > 0:21:47- The all-important question is, - what do the pupils think about it?
0:21:48 > 0:21:50- The NFU came here...
0:21:50 > 0:21:56- ..and taught us - how important farmers are to us...
0:21:56 > 0:22:00- ..and how our food is produced.
0:22:00 > 0:22:05- We did farming maths...
0:22:06 > 0:22:11- ..and we learned how to make buns...
0:22:11 > 0:22:16- ..and about the flour needed for - farmers to make things like that.
0:22:17 > 0:22:22- I like learning about farming...
0:22:22 > 0:22:24- ..and different things.
0:22:25 > 0:22:27- I help on the farm.
0:22:28 > 0:22:30- I like pigs.
0:22:30 > 0:22:35- When I go to see them - I can give them a cwtch.
0:22:40 > 0:22:41- Before we go...
0:22:41 > 0:22:46- ..the Secretary for Environment and - Rural Affairs Lesley Griffiths...
0:22:46 > 0:22:50- ..has announced - enhanced biosecurity requirements...
0:22:50 > 0:22:53- ..for poultry and captive birds...
0:22:53 > 0:22:57- ..in an attempt to protect them - from a strain of avian flu...
0:22:57 > 0:23:00- ..that is spreading - across mainland Europe.
0:23:00 > 0:23:04- The zone includes the whole of Wales - and will be in place for 30 days.
0:23:05 > 0:23:08- Keepers of poultry - and other captive birds...
0:23:08 > 0:23:10- ..must keep birds indoors...
0:23:10 > 0:23:15- ..or take appropriate steps to keep - them separate from wild birds.
0:23:15 > 0:23:19- Owners should reinforce biosecurity - measures on their property.
0:23:21 > 0:23:24- That's all for this week. - Thank you for joining us.
0:23:24 > 0:23:27- We hope to see you again next week.
0:23:27 > 0:23:28- Goodbye.
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