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Sheep special: Commercial lamb production central to Borders flock

An illustrious figure in the showing world as well as wider farming circles, Jimmy Sinclair has enjoyed years on the circuit exhibiting and judging while building up a steely reputation for producing and selling quality prime

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Sheep special: Commercial lamb production central to Borders flock

The move to Crookston meant a move away from running solely Blackface sheep and a change in mindset, says Jimmy, although the breed remains close to his heart. "I grew up around Blackface sheep and I...

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