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Pumpkins create a vital link between farm and consumer

A Berwickshire family welcomes the opportunity to connect with the public at their autumn pick-your-own pumpkin event, which is run alongside the dairy, beef and sheep enterprises

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Pumpkins create a vital link between farm and consumer

Sally Williams' pick-your-own (PYO) pumpkin patch has grown exponentially since its launch during the Covid-19 lockdown, with up to 200 cars visiting daily. She manages the 607-hectare (1,500-acre) Clackmae...

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