Farmers Benefit From Rain
Some farmers see a positive side to the heavy rainfall. It could mean some kinds of food end up being cheaper because the rain now could help produce a bumper harvest.
Farmer says rain helps their crops and could lead to cheaper food
We might complain about the rain, but farmers say it has come at just the right time.
Nick Bumford who farms near guiting power in the cotswolds says that the rain is helping crops through the growing season which should mean cheaper food on the shelves after harvest time.
The river windrush crosses his land and only a month ago it was a trickle. Now it is flowing well.
Ken Goodwin has been hearing from farmer Nick Bumford how rain at this time of year helps crops grow, which means a better harvest and cheaper food.
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