MY heart goes out to all those farmers and their families who have lost most of their cattle and sheep during this terrible foot and mouth epidemic.

I find it hard to believe that in the 21st century, with all the technology now at their fingertips, the so-called scientists can't find a solution to the sickness.

Maybe they are only interested in ''cloning'' these days.

I think it is all about money. If so, I only hope they can sleep at night and that their consciences are clear when they think about all the poor animals that have died.

Mr T Gibbons

Binton Close

Matchborough