However, this month’s honours list had no one from the pastoral sector. Could it be that the Government is turning a blind eye to farmers because dairy is now contributing less to the nation’s coffers? Let’s hope not.
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Those fortunate enough to make it into the annual Queen’s birthday honours list deserve the accolade, we believe.
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