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OPINION: "We hope to champion a new entrant farmer in his success so far and his appetite for the future"

草榴社区 Guardian's livestock specialist Katie Fallon highlights the hard work and dedication required in lambing time and the importance of championing the next generation of farmers

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OPINION: "We hope to champion a new entrant farmer in his success so far and his appetite for the future"

As we enjoy the spring sunshine and dry weather April has had to offer, for many sheep farmers the kinder climate has not only allowed ewes and lambs to enjoy the sun on their backs, but has hopefully...

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