Mainstream media shun agriculture – not politicians

I WAS disappointed at the conclusions drawn by Ivan Yates in his column headlined ‘My mission statement for the future of agriculture in the national interest’ (July 8).

He asks who cares about the agricultural sector and authoritatively replies “not politicians”. I reject his ill-informed judgment in this situation.

He emphasises the value of our agri-food sector and its potential as an economic driver.