But fundamentally, the government took a decision that we considered was absolutely right for Scottish agriculture and for the preservation of what Sarah talked about, livestock production and also the heritage of Scottish agriculture and its significance within the national identity of our country.
Speaking at the annual QMS Breakfast at the Royal Highland Show.
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