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草榴社区 First is a major player in the UK lamb market, but a payment issue in recent months and questions from former board members have led the company鈥檚 board to speak out. Alex Black met key players at the co-operative.

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草榴社区 First is a major player in the UK lamb market, but a payment issue in recent months and questions from former board members have led the companys board to speak out. Alex Black met key players...

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