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Nick claims that the replies posted about the article indicates that "the public are unanimous against the cull". No nick, I'm afraid it indicates ... Comment made on Freedom Food repeats badger cull wa... Why is it then OK to support foreign farmers who do kill badgers, but not UK ones who don't? And how do you know which processed foods have had milk e... Comment made on Freedom Food repeats badger cull wa... 14-06-2013 17:51 PM | Posted by Graham They must think we are pig ignorant. ........... You hit the nail there. Comment made on Freedom Food repeats badger cull wa... 14-06-2013 12:38 PM | Posted by Adam Anything to do with farmers eggs milk etc etc i wont be buying. .......... Please can you list ANY food item... Comment made on Freedom Food repeats badger cull wa... 14-06-2013 12:01 PM | Posted by Wildlife defender I certainly wont be buying from any farmers who kill badgers. I will go out of my way to avoid th... Comment made on Freedom Food repeats badger cull wa...

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