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McCormick proves a trusty outsider

When farm economics come into tractor choice, we take a look at one mixed farming enterprise finding the McCormick brand a viable alternative. James Huyton reports.

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David Johnson (Left) and Will Johnson, of HG, G and D Johnson in front of the farms McCormick X7.650 and X60.40.
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David Johnson (Left) and Will Johnson, of HG, G and D Johnson in front of the farms McCormick X7.650 and X60.40.

When you think of Greater Manchester, farming might not be the first thing that comes to mind, but nestled within the sub-urban air of the Wigan fringes, H.G. and D. Johnson operates a diverse mixed farming...

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