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Hill farmers find markets in Japan

Sixth-generation farmer John Atkinson and partner Maria Benjamin are not afraid to do things their own way. Emily Ashworth meets the couple to find out how they are adding layers to their business.

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Hill farmers find markets in Japan

"In Japan, there are very few sheep and all the same breed. They have always made their clothes from plant fibres and they have only recently discovered wool. They see it as an exciting product." Soap...

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