Judy and Jon Homer, who run a small organic farm near Skegness, have expressed concern about the National Grid’s plans to erect electricity pylons across their 68-acre property. The suggested track forms part of the ‘Great Grid Upgrade’, a wide-ranging scheme covering 87 miles from Grimsby to Norfolk. The couple fear the project could risk their organic certification due to the potential soil disturbance and resulting environmental harm. The Homers grow hay for organic milk production and rear rare-breed sheep, and worry that these plans could jeopardise their source of income. Despite the National Grid’s assurance that farming operations can continue with minimal impact surrounding the pylons, the Homers remain unconvinced, noting that there has been no discussion around compensation. Their concerns are shared and supported by opposition at a local level from Lincolnshire County Council and local MPs.
This article has been reworked based on original reporting available at www.bbc.com, initially adapted by The Lincoln Post.
