Economic effects spread to shops and even sport
Article Abstract:
The impact of foot-and-mouth disease in the UK is discussed. The outbreak will affect any businesses dependent on people moving across the countryside.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 2001
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As ye sow, so shall ye reap - unless you are a British farmer
Article Abstract:
The significance of the outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease in the UK has been greatly exaggerated. Farmers are a very strong social force, but agriculture actually only accounts for 1.5% of gross domestic product.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 2001
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Cumbria's cows have returned to their pens, but can life ever be the same after foot-and-mouth?
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There are signs that normal life is beginning to return to Cumbria, England, following the outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease in the county. Local businesses have been badly hit, but people have shown great resourcefulness in overcoming many challenges.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 2001
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