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Functionality is the breeding brief for County Durham pedigree Beef Shorthorn herd

A Dutch-born vet turned farmer, is building a progressive Beef Shorthorn herd in the North Pennines with commercial functionality at its core

Katie Fallon
Livestock Specialist
clock 鈥� 9 min read
Breeding for maternal traits is a key focus for Gerard, and something which he believes should never be compromised.
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Breeding for maternal traits is a key focus for Gerard, and something which he believes should never be compromised.

Breeding commercial, functional and maternal cattle is the focus for Beef Shorthorn breeder Gerard te Lintelo, who runs the pedigree Mayfield Beef Shorthorn herd in Weardale, County Durham. Coming from...

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