Dr Neil Hudson MP visits farms in Penrith and The Border to discuss Australian Trade Deal

Speaking after visits to farm in Penrith and The Border Dr Hudson added:

"It was really helpful to hear the views and concerns of farmers in Penrith & The Border. We need to get the Australia Trade Deal right, get the Trade and Agriculture Commission up and running and ASAP so we can get meaningful parliamentary scrutiny. For the good of farmers and animal welfare."

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