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John Craven, 86, Shares Emotional Final Wish After Nearly Four Decades on BBC Countryfile
The presenter joined Countryfile when it launched in 1989
TL;DR
- John Craven, 86, wishes for his ashes to be scattered at Otley Chevin in Yorkshire.
- Craven created and presented BBC's Newsround for 17 years before joining Countryfile in 1989.
- He recalled initial challenges in getting farmers to speak to Countryfile and allow cameras on their farms.
- Craven believes the "big issue" facing the country is the balance between environmental concern and the need for more domestic food production.
- Countryfile co-star Adam Henson described a bleak outlook for arable farmers due to dry weather, thin soils, and low global commodity prices.
- Jeremy Clarkson has also spoken out about the impact of dry conditions and rising costs on harvests.