County Antrim farmer Mervyn Kelso finds support in the Farmers' Choir after losing his herd
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County Antrim farmer Mervyn Kelso finds support in the Farmers' Choir after losing his herd

17 Sep 2026 · Originally published 17 Sep 2026 9/10 Original headline: 'The Farmers' Choir was a great lifter when the fields fell silent'
After bovine TB forced the loss of his entire dairy herd, Mervyn Kelso faced the isolation of empty fields and a quiet milking yard. Joining the Farmers' Choir provided a vital social outlet, helping him navigate the challenges of farming and leading to new experiences like performing for the King.
Source: BBC Northern Ireland Antrim
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