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A passion for Valais Blacknose sheep leads to show and sale success

Following Swiss traditions has enabled a commercial sheep producer to make the grade as a top Valais Blacknose breeder

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Julian and Heather Adams
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Julian and Heather Adams

When Heather Adams' father and sister returned from the first Swiss Valais Blacknose sale held in England at Chelford Market in 2015, little did she know their purchase was to spark a passion of a lifetime....

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